NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Highfield Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,357,000 - $4,356,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,386 Sq Ft
$864/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 11, 2012

Last sale price $1,325,000 $302 Per Sq Ft

Est. 186% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $24,280/month

185 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of April 2012

Extremely Well Maintained Colonial On 2 Acres With Mature Plantings. Delightfully Designed Home Offers A Warm Welcome,Generous Floorplan And Most Convenient Location.

Last Listed By

Dave Wilk

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0729243 Listed on: 10/08/2011

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,638

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned 1 ACRE

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,386 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Workshop
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Hot Water Circulator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,638

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4386
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3160
  • Total Sq Ft: 4386
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3160
  • Directions: Leroy To Highfield Ln. Second Drive On Left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Walk-out
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Some Wetlands, Treed
  • Zoning: 1 ACRE

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2011-June 2012
  • Property Tax: 20638
  • Total Assessed Value: 1691620
  • Mil Rate Total: 12.200
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103232
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2011

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 8, 2011
Closed on
Apr 11, 2012
Sold by
Henderson Virginia P and Rosenbloom Lisa
Bought by
Huffman Edward G and Huffman Cheryl R
Seller's Agent
Dave Wilk
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Hanford
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$225,000
-14.52%
Total Days on Market
185
Current Estimated Value
$3,789,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,464,441
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.47%
Original Mortgage
$927,500
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Huffman Edward G $662,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Huffman Edward G $670,000
Open Huffman Edward G $1,689,500
Closed Huffman Edward G $2,400,000
Closed Huffman Edward G $927,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2012 04/11/12 Sold $1,325,000 -14.5% $302 / Sq Ft
03/12/2012 03/12/12 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2011 10/08/11 For Sale $1,550,000 -- $353 / 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 $36,832 $2,507,260 $955,500 $1,551,760
2023 $35,697 $2,027,060 $682,500 $1,344,560
2022 $34,926 $2,027,060 $682,500 $1,344,560
2021 $34,136 $2,027,060 $682,500 $1,344,560
2020 $33,163 $2,027,060 $682,500 $1,344,560
2019 $13,547 $822,500 $682,500 $140,000
2018 $11,251 $1,142,750 $793,520 $349,230
2017 $18,467 $1,142,750 $793,520 $349,230
2016 $18,021 $1,142,750 $793,520 $349,230
2015 $17,541 $1,142,750 $793,520 $349,230
2014 $17,153 $1,142,750 $793,520 $349,230
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 98517168

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000006-000000-000015