NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Circle Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,786,369 - $4,324,000

4 Beds
7 Baths
5,895 Sq Ft
$672/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2014

Last sale price $2,350,000 $399 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,648/month

166 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 1.82 Acre Lot
  • Attic
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of December 2014

Once you make the turn into the driveway you quickly forget you're only minutes from the heart of Darien. Beautifully sited on 1.8 acres of lush landscaped property, this magnificent contemporary has every amenity. The main living space with open floor plan and floor to ceiling windows allow the outside in and opens onto a large terrace and pool area providing the perfect spot for entertaining on a grand scale or daily living. Professionally equipped eat-in kitchen w/island is a chef's delight. Spacious master bedroom suite w/fpl, huge walk-in closet, separate personal gym and private terrace. Billiard room, media room and playroom provides space for everyone. Add a 4 car heated garage and what's not to love. This is a must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy R Dauk

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0161930 Listed on: 05/22/2014

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Gwen Alexis

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0767411

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Massey

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0790106

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,292

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 1.82 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,895 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Attic Floors
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Balcony

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Negotiable: gym equipment

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,292

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5895
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 5888
  • Total Sq Ft: 5895
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Exclusions: Negotiable: gym equipment
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5888
  • Directions: Old Kings Hwy North to Circle Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Floored
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: upper
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 350
  • HOA: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.8200
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2014-June 2015
  • Property Tax: 27292
  • Total Assessed Value: 1818250
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.010
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 106182

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2014
Closed on
Dec 16, 2014
Sold by
Grant Michael S and Grant Cynthia M
Bought by
Spinner Daniel M and Pozzi Paula B
Seller's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Susan Massey
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-9.44%
Total Days on Market
166
Current Estimated Value
$3,960,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,610,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.60%
Original Mortgage
$1,762,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 2003
Sold by
Harding Katherine M and Harding James F
Bought by
Grant Michael S and Grant Cynthia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1998
Sold by
Fulljames Gregory and Fulljames Grace
Bought by
Harding James F and Harding Katherine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 1996
Sold by
Elder R Garth and Elder Jacqueline
Bought by
Fulljames Gregory and Fulljames Grace
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Spinner Daniel M $2,330,000 --
Grant Michael S $1,175,000 --
Harding James F $750,000 --
Fulljames Gregory $765,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Spinner Daniel M $1,559,938
Closed Elder Garth $1,762,500
Previous Owner Elder Garth $300,000
Previous Owner Elder Garth $750,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2014 12/15/14 Sold $2,350,000 -9.4% $399 / Sq Ft
11/15/2014 11/15/14 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2014 05/22/14 For Sale $2,595,000 -- $440 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $31,548 $2,147,600 $793,730 $1,353,870
2023 $32,136 $1,824,900 $610,540 $1,214,360
2022 $31,443 $1,824,900 $610,540 $1,214,360
2021 $30,731 $1,824,900 $610,540 $1,214,360
2020 $4,416 $1,824,900 $610,540 $1,214,360
2019 $30,056 $1,824,900 $610,540 $1,214,360
2018 $29,237 $1,818,250 $610,540 $1,207,710
2017 $4,375 $1,818,250 $610,540 $1,207,710
2016 $28,674 $1,818,250 $610,540 $1,207,710
2015 $27,910 $1,818,250 $610,540 $1,207,710
2014 $27,292 $1,818,250 $610,540 $1,207,710
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99066640

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000033-000000-000047