NOT LISTED FOR SALE

840 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,357,000 - $3,765,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,814 Sq Ft
$738/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 20, 2021

Last sale price $2,675,000 $556 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,369/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of May 2021

Conceived and built by well known designer, Barbara Garfield, this quintessential New England colonial is situated on two picturesque, park-like, acres in beautiful, coastal, Darien. With 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, this enchanting home offers 4800+ sq ft of comfortable living space with high quality, bespoke, details throughout including beautifully crafted built-ins, wide-board floors, and a large fieldstone fireplace in the family room with exposed antique barn wood surround. The gourmet kitchen and all baths have been updated in recent years and this lovely home has been impeccably maintained both inside and out. Unique flex spaces include a quiet library nook off of the generously proportioned family room; a cooks' pantry with extra oven, warming drawer, dishwasher, refrigerator and wine cooler; a private den (or office) with fireplace and beams; as well as a 2nd floor study (or 6th bedroom). From the charming front courtyard with brick walkway, to the rear patio with views of the bucolic and private property beyond, this lovely two-acre parcel includes multiple small gardens, mature trees, and a large, level, lawn with plenty of room for a pool. Move in and enjoy turnkey living in this very special home, less than one hour from NYC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Molly O'Brien Watkins

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0790789 Listed on: 03/17/2021

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Christine Straden

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0796845

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Barsanti

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0792122

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,848

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,814 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Breezeway
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Ox Ridge Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,848

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4814
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4814
  • Total Sq Ft: 4814
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Talmadge Hill, Ox Ridge Lane, Middlesex or Post Road to Hollow Tree Ridge Rd
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 840

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Breezeway, French Doors, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Storm Doors, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Dry, Corner Lot, Level Lot, Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 22848
  • Total Assessed Value: 1399160
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 102730

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2021
Closed on
May 20, 2021
Sold by
Hodil G Raymond G and Hodil Marilyn E
Bought by
Livingstone Erica S and Livingstone Guy
Seller's Agent
Molly O'Brien Watkins
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Amy Barsanti
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$2,275,000
Sold Price
$2,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$400,000
17.58%
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$3,553,822

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$878,822
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$805,000
Outstanding Balance
$741,811
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,775,669
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
Livingstone Erica S $2,675,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Livingstone Erica S $805,000
Previous Owner Hodil G Raymond $237,000
Previous Owner Hodil G Raymond $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2021 05/20/21 Sold $2,675,000 +17.6% $556 / Sq Ft
03/30/2021 03/30/21 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2021 03/19/21 For Sale $2,275,000 -- $473 / 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 $29,729 $2,023,770 $1,176,000 $847,770
2023 $24,639 $1,399,160 $784,000 $615,160
2022 $24,108 $1,399,160 $784,000 $615,160
2021 $23,562 $1,399,160 $784,000 $615,160
2020 $22,890 $1,399,160 $784,000 $615,160
2019 $23,044 $1,399,160 $784,000 $615,160
2018 $25,759 $1,601,950 $840,000 $761,950
2017 $25,888 $1,601,950 $840,000 $761,950
2016 $25,263 $1,601,950 $840,000 $761,950
2015 $24,590 $1,601,950 $840,000 $761,950
2014 $24,045 $1,601,950 $840,000 $761,950
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170363216

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000002-000000-000049