8 Searles Rd Darien, CT 06820
Darien NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,904,000 - $5,884,000
4
Beds
7
Baths
7,613
Sq Ft
$708/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Public Water Access
- Wine Cellar
- 1.1 Acre Lot
- Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of April 2022A TOKENEKE TREASURE: This beautifully renovated home is perfectly sited on one flat acre in the heart of Tokeneke. The quality of this home's building standard would be impossible to replicate. A gracious entrance with high ceilings, custom millwork and wide planked floors welcome you into this extraordinary home. It's cozy dining room with a gold leaf ceiling and fireplace are perfect for entertaining.
The sun -filled kitchen with custom cabinetry, double islands, high end stainless steel appliances and Paris Ceramics limestone heated floors are a chef's dream!
A master suite with walk-in closet plus three additional bedrooms and office complete the second level.
Not to be missed is the Office (lovingly known as the Captain's quarters) on the third floor with teak flooring, porthole windows and built in bar.
Countless evenings filled with ping pong,pool and air hockey can be enjoyed on the lower level. Not to mention the amazing wine cellar just steps away.
A short stroll from the Tokeneke Beach Club and only minutes to town this one of a kind home is not to be missed.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $42,068
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 1.1 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Fruit Trees
HOA Fees
- $162 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- Sound System
- 7 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Smart Thermostat
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Public Water Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Patio
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Radiant Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
- Programmable Thermostat
- Power Generator
- Tankless Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Window Treatments, Dining & Sunroom Chandeliers & Barometer & Weather Station & TV's
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include security service
Security
- Security Service
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 1998
Sold by
Mckenney Charles E and Mckenney Helaine H
Bought by
Paljic Goram and Paljic Meliva
Total Days on Market
44
Current Estimated Value
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paljic Goram | $1,112,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Puljic Goran | $2,062,500 | |
| Closed | Mckenney Charles | $2,000,000 | |
| Closed | Mckenney Charles | $500,000 | |
| Closed | Mckenney Charles | $2,400,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2022 04/22/22 | Sold | $4,201,000 | -8.2% | $552 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2022 02/17/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/31/2022 01/31/22 | For Sale | $4,575,000 | +8.9% | $601 / Sq Ft |
| 01/30/2022 01/30/22 | Off Market | $4,201,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/04/2022 01/04/22 | For Sale | $4,575,000 | -- | $601 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $47,809 | $3,254,510 | $1,459,570 | $1,794,940 |
| 2023 | $43,991 | $2,498,090 | $1,081,500 | $1,416,590 |
| 2022 | $43,042 | $2,498,090 | $1,081,500 | $1,416,590 |
| 2021 | $42,068 | $2,498,090 | $1,081,500 | $1,416,590 |
| 2020 | $40,869 | $2,498,090 | $1,081,500 | $1,416,590 |
| 2019 | $42,008 | $2,550,590 | $1,081,500 | $1,469,090 |
| 2018 | $38,115 | $2,370,340 | $901,250 | $1,469,090 |
| 2017 | $37,531 | $2,322,460 | $901,250 | $1,421,210 |
| 2016 | $36,625 | $2,322,460 | $901,250 | $1,421,210 |
| 2015 | $35,650 | $2,322,460 | $901,250 | $1,421,210 |
| 2014 | $34,860 | $2,322,460 | $901,250 | $1,421,210 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Janine Tienken
Seller's Agent in 2022
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 246-7518
102 in this area
129 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170459453
APN: DARI-000066-000000-000078
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