NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $4,447,628 - $5,053,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,494 Sq Ft
$1,047/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 07, 2021

Last sale price $3,631,875 $808 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $31,562/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • Wine Cellar
  • Brien Mcmahon High School Rated A-
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2021

The ultimate Rowayton Beach House! Right on the park with water views from every window, this stunning light-filled 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath Bell Island home offers privacy not often found so close to the water. With three floors of finished living space starting from a dramatic two story entry way up to a large open plan living area and two spacious upstairs decks, there are a multitude of living and entertaining areas. Designer finishes, subtle architectural details and high ceilings throughout. Light and open, this modern home boasts a gourmet eat in kitchen with large center island opening to an inviting living room with stone fireplace. The spectacular home office has sparkling views and high band WiFi service for easy zoom meetings and conference calls. The entire first level was completely renovated in 2018 and features a large entertainment room, new custom temperature controlled wine cellar, 5th en suite bedroom, laundry, large storage loft and mudroom. The master bedroom suite has gorgeous views, a walk in closet and a well appointed spa bathroom. Fenced in professionally landscaped yard provides ample outdoor entertaining space. Take your pick from East Beach or South Beach, both just yards away, and store your kayaks and SUPs there or just relax on the sand. All this plus a huge 2 car garage make this spectacular home truly one of a kind. Mooring available through the Harbor Master.

Last Listed By

Meghan Gatt

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0779068 Listed on: 09/13/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $40,067

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Corner Lot
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $67 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,494 Sq Ft Home
  • Sound System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Water Views
  • Storage In Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Covered Deck
  • Terrace
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Rowayton Elementary School
  • Roton Middle School
  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include lake/beach access, snow removal, road maintenance

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$40,067

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$67 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Rowayton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4494
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4494
  • Total Sq Ft: 4494
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6552
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/20/2021
  • Directions: Over Bell Island Bridge onto Westmere, left on Parkview, house on right. Or South Beach, left onto Parkview.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Deck, Garden Area, Porch, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 800
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Rowayton
  • Middle School: Roton
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1800
  • Lot Description: Water View, Corner Lot, Fence - Full, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: B

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 40067
  • Total Assessed Value: 1807240
  • Mil Rate Base: 20.910
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 1.260
  • Mil Rate Total: 22.170
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 256657

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Rowayton
  • Middle Jr High School: Roton
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2021
Closed on
Dec 7, 2021
Sold by
Porges Geoffrey C and Stevens Jennifer A
Bought by
Brame William
Seller's Agent
Meghan Gatt
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kate Brame
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$3,800,000
Sold Price
$3,631,875
Premium/Discount to List
-$168,125
-4.42%
Total Days on Market
34
Current Estimated Value
$4,706,209

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,074,334
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.38%
Original Mortgage
$2,542,312
Outstanding Balance
$2,340,823
Interest Rate
2.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,308,414

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 10, 2018
Closed on
May 11, 2018
Sold by
Harris Charles
Bought by
Porges Geoffrey and Stevens Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Beinfield
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Meghan Gatt
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$2,599,000
Sold Price
$2,525,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-2.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.69%
Original Mortgage
$2,020,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2012
Closed on
May 16, 2012
Sold by
Farrar Kenneth A and Farrar Georgeanne M
Bought by
Harris 3Rd Charles T and Harris Susan K
Seller's Agent
Dana Fead
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Beinfield
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,925,000
Sold Price
$2,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
0.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.56%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2005
Sold by
Gile C Craig and Gile Maureen M
Bought by
Farrar Kenneth A and Farrar George-Anne M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2001
Sold by
Coverdale Watson S and Coverdale Carolyn L
Bought by
Gile Craig and Gile Maureen M

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
Brame William $3,631,875 None Available
Porges Geoffrey $2,525,000 --
Porges Geoffrey $2,525,000 --
Harris 3Rd Charles T $2,950,000 --
Harris 3Rd Charles T $2,950,000 --
Farrar Kenneth A $3,225,000 --
Farrar Kenneth A $3,225,000 --
Gile Craig $995,000 --
Gile Craig $995,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brame William $2,542,312
Previous Owner Stevens Jennifer $1,960,000
Previous Owner Coverdale Watson $2,020,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/07/2021 12/07/21 Sold $3,631,875 -4.4% $808 / Sq Ft
10/22/2021 10/22/21 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2021 09/17/21 For Sale $3,800,000 0.0% $846 / Sq Ft
07/20/2021 07/20/21 Rented $35,000 0.0% --
03/14/2021 03/14/21 Under Contract -- -- --
01/17/2021 01/17/21 For Rent $35,000 0.0% --
05/11/2018 05/11/18 Sold $2,525,000 -2.8% $620 / Sq Ft
02/23/2018 02/23/18 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2018 01/10/18 For Sale $2,599,000 -11.9% $638 / Sq Ft
05/15/2012 05/15/12 Sold $2,950,000 +0.9% $676 / Sq Ft
04/15/2012 04/15/12 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2012 03/12/12 For Sale $2,925,000 -- $670 / 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 $61,835 $2,804,670 $1,219,620 $1,585,050
2023 $43,238 $1,807,240 $874,940 $932,300
2022 $41,448 $1,807,200 $874,900 $932,300
2021 $16,232 $1,807,240 $874,940 $932,300
2020 $40,215 $1,807,240 $874,940 $932,300
2019 $15,665 $1,807,240 $874,940 $932,300
2018 $43,435 $1,795,300 $908,150 $887,150
2017 $41,852 $1,795,300 $908,150 $887,150
2016 $41,184 $1,795,300 $908,150 $887,150
2015 $41,023 $1,795,300 $908,150 $887,150
2014 $40,260 $1,795,300 $908,150 $887,150
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170437199

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000006-000036-000040