NOT LISTED FOR SALE

89 Raymond St Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,564,579 - $2,866,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,909 Sq Ft
$557/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 04, 2019

Last sale price $1,685,000 $343 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,025/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Barn
  • Open Floorplan
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Music or Sound Studio

About This Home

As of December 2019

Enchanting, surprising, unexpected. Rivendell is a one-of-kind hideaway, straddling the two town centers of Darien and Rowayton. A short mile from the Darien train station & less than a half mile from the Rowayton train station, in the Tokeneke School district, this unique property will make your heart sing and your soul heal. The original cottage was built in 1918, remodeled over time, then renovated & expanded from the ground up in 2008. Its present owners have resided here for 45 years. Hidden behind the fence surrounding the property, this open concept home opens up to beautifully large spaces, great architectural details, and overall views of the magnificently & thoughtfully landscaped mature grounds. Flooded with light throughout, the indoors merge stunningly with the outdoors. Constant delights & surprises await you as you discover this bit of paradise. * PLEASE SEE ADDENDUM for more detailed information*

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ingrid Hess

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0308249 Listed on: 08/23/2019

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Bauer

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0780741

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,209

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 0.7 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Stone Frame
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4,909 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Solarium
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Auto Pool Cleaner

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Terrace
  • Shed

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Property is near a golf course
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Music or Sound Studio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Chandelier over the piano area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,209

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4909
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2971
  • Total Sq Ft: 4909
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Handicap accessible with ramp to the house available & elevator to all 3 floors. MBath has railings in shower [with rain showerhead], tub and toilet. Cedar-lined walk-in master closet. Totally above ground lower level has possible nanny/in-law suite. Gas
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Exclusions: Chandelier over the piano area
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Tokeneke Road or Old Kings Highway North to Raymond Street.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Walk-out, Liveable Space, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Music Room, Sitting Room, Solarium
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Street Number Modifier: 89

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Barn, Covered Deck, Deck, French Doors, Hot Tub, Shed, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated, Safety Fence, Auto Cleaner, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone, Masonry

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Driveway Type: Shared, Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.7000
  • Lot Description: Dry, Secluded, Fence - Full, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 14209
  • Total Assessed Value: 862750
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 106271

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2019
Closed on
Oct 28, 2019
Sold by
Helstein Richard and Helstein Susan
Bought by
Johnson Randal and Johnson Alicia
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Julie Bauer
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,685,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,000
-11.08%
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$2,734,895

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,049,895
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.63%
Original Mortgage
$1,263,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,131,445
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,659,664

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2019
Closed on
Oct 7, 2019
Sold by
Helstein Richard and Helstein Susan
Bought by
Helstein Richard
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Julie Bauer
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,685,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,000
-11.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,263,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,131,445
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,659,664
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
Johnson Randal $1,685,000 --
Helstein Richard -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Johnson Randal $297,750
Open Johnson Randal $1,263,750
Previous Owner Helstein Ii Richard $250,000
Previous Owner Helstein Ii Richard $956,000
Previous Owner Helstein Ii Richard $620,000
Previous Owner Helstein Ii Richard $425,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/04/2019 12/04/19 Sold $1,685,000 0.0% $343 / Sq Ft
10/10/2019 10/10/19 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Price Changed $1,685,000 -11.1% $343 / Sq Ft
08/29/2019 08/29/19 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $386 / 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 $20,081 $1,366,960 $579,670 $787,290
2023 $19,266 $1,094,030 $445,900 $648,130
2022 $18,850 $1,094,030 $445,900 $648,130
2021 $18,423 $1,094,030 $445,900 $648,130
2020 $17,898 $1,094,030 $445,900 $648,130
2019 $14,209 $862,750 $445,900 $416,850
2018 $13,708 $852,460 $431,200 $421,260
2017 $13,776 $852,460 $431,200 $421,260
2016 $13,443 $852,460 $431,200 $421,260
2015 $13,085 $852,460 $431,200 $421,260
2014 $12,795 $852,460 $431,200 $421,260
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170228868

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000033-000000-000008