NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Gardiner St Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,604,000 - $3,030,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,766 Sq Ft
$733/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 13, 2023

Last sale price $2,305,000 $612 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,218/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Property is near public transit
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of October 2023

Enjoy fabulous living in this meticulously maintained, like new home that boasts high-end millwork, and architectural details throughout.
The heart of the home is the spacious light filled open chefs kitchen/family room that is complete with a stone fireplace and French doors that lead to a stone terrace and large yard that is great for indoor/outdoor living, entertaining and play. The chefs kitchen features viking and sub zero appliances along with convenient refrigerated drawers and an oversized center island with lots of storage.
The primary suite is a true sanctuary, with a cozy fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa-like bathroom.
The lower level is a versatile space for recreation, play, or your own gym.
The fifth bedroom on the main level has flexible use and is currently utilized as a home office.
This exceptional property is situated in the Hindley Blue Ribbon Elementary School district and convenient to shops, school, YMCA and is just over one mile to Weed Beach.
Please see 3D Matterport walk-thru tour of home and Home Improvement list that outlines the new mechanicals, painting of interior and exterior, landscaping and other updates.
Highest/best offers due to listing agent by Monday 9/11 at 12pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eileen Murphy

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0771543 Listed on: 09/06/2023

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Farnum

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0798875

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,130

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,130

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3067
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3067
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 699
  • Total Sq Ft: 3766
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3067
  • Directions: Post Road to Gardiner Street
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3800
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 17130
  • Total Assessed Value: 972720
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.610
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.610
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 107345

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2023
Closed on
Sep 27, 2023
Sold by
Riesemann James D and Riesemann Margaret V
Bought by
Harrison James and Harrison Amy
Seller's Agent
Eileen Murphy
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Farnum
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$310,000
15.54%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$2,665,570

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$360,570
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2010
Sold by
Caliendo Kevin and Gard Kirstin
Bought by
Vonriesemann James D and Vonriesemann Margaret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 1999
Sold by
Murdock Bruce and Murdock Ann G
Bought by
Gard Kirsten and Caliendo Kevin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1997
Sold by
Conroy Brian B and Conroy Laurie A
Bought by
Murdock Bruce S and Murdock Anne G

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 1991
Sold by
Anderson Stephen and Anderson Carolyn
Bought by
Conroy Brian and Conroy Laurie
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Harrison James $2,305,000 None Available
Vonriesemann James D $1,451,000 --
Gard Kirsten $460,000 --
Murdock Bruce S $385,000 --
Conroy Brian $302,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vonriesemann Margaret $706,500
Previous Owner Conroy Brian $702,200
Previous Owner Conroy Brian $706,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/13/2023 10/13/23 Sold $2,305,000 +15.5% $612 / Sq Ft
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2023 09/06/23 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $530 / 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
2025 $19,482 $1,258,530 $598,290 $660,240
2024 $18,488 $1,258,530 $598,290 $660,240
2023 $17,130 $972,720 $427,350 $545,370
2022 $16,760 $972,720 $427,350 $545,370
2021 $16,381 $972,720 $427,350 $545,370
2020 $15,914 $972,720 $427,350 $545,370
2019 $16,021 $972,720 $427,350 $545,370
2018 $14,537 $904,050 $378,910 $525,140
2017 $14,609 $904,050 $378,910 $525,140
2016 $14,257 $904,050 $378,910 $525,140
2015 $13,877 $904,050 $378,910 $525,140
2014 $13,570 $904,050 $378,910 $525,140
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170594602

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000045-000000-000139