$350,000
SOLD AUG 8, 2024

97 Richards Ave Unit B8 Norwalk, CT 06854

West Norwalk Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,196 Sq Ft
$500/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$293 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront
  • Property is near public transit
  • Brien Mcmahon High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2024

Welcome to 97 Richards Ave #B-8! This top-floor unit in a mid-rise condo building offers a blend of Norwalk and Darien living. The condo features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area. It boasts high ceilings, skylights, a cozy fireplace, a newly renovated bathroom, and updated closet cabinetry in the bedrooms. Enjoy the spacious deck/balcony, two assigned parking spaces, a storage room, and numerous association amenities. Benefit from the proximity to downtown Darien, shopping, dining, gyms, and other town attractions.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tatiana Mendoza

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0817629

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Sofia Varela

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0774984

Last Buyer's Agent

Erika Rubinos

Keller Williams Prestige Prop. License #RES.0817315

Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,054

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $500 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,196 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Shared Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Fox Run Elementary School
  • Ponus Ridge Middle School
  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 251707

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, water, property management, pest control, pool service, insurance, flood insurance
  • 120 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • Property managed by Imagineers LLC

Amenities

  • Public Transportation

Recreation

  • Exercise Course

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,054

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$500 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Norwalk
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Apartment, Mid Rise
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1196
  • Total Sq Ft: 1196
  • Year Built: 1988
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Exercise Room/Health Club, Guest Parking
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Special Assessment Details: 334 until 12/1/24. $156 until 12/1/25
  • Unit On Floor Number: 2
  • Directions: Route one to Richards Ave. GPS friendly
  • Financing Used: FHA
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Spec Assoc Asses: Yes
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Full, Shared Basement, Storage, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 97

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Waterfront Description: River Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: None, Parking Lot, Off Street Parking, Assigned Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Property Management, Pest Control, Pool Service, Insurance, Flood Insurance
  • Levels In Unit: 1
  • HOA Fees: 500
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Property Management Type: Professional-Off Site
  • Property Manager Email: jzupanic@imagineersllc.com
  • Property Manager Name: Jennifer Zupanic
  • Property Manager Phone: (203) 644-1090
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Imagineers LLC
  • Property Mgt Phone: (203) 463-3240
  • Total Number of Units In Complex: Mallards Landing

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fox Run
  • Middle School: Ponus Ridge
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: D
  • Parcel #: 251707

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: Check HOA Disclosures for
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Number Of Units: 120

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 5054
  • Total Assessed Value: 216210
  • Mil Rate Total: 23.375

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fox Run
  • Middle Jr High School: Ponus Ridge
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2024
Closed on
Aug 8, 2024
Sold by
Munoz Sarah
Bought by
Lierena Daniel A
Seller's Agent
Tatiana Mendoza
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Erika Rubinos
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
7.69%
Total Days on Market
13
Views
114
Current Estimated Value
$367,871

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,871
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Original Mortgage
$305,250
Outstanding Balance
$303,151
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$64,720

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2019
Sold by
Ugol Stephanie
Bought by
Munoz Sarah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,750
Interest Rate
3.6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2006
Sold by
Cantore Nicole
Bought by
Pierson Stephanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$262,400
Interest Rate
6.7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 1999
Sold by
Retained Realty Inc
Bought by
Cantore Nicole

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1988
Sold by
Mallards Lndg Assoc
Bought by
Firestone Craig

Map

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $350,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $350,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $225,000 --
Warranty Deed $225,000 --
Warranty Deed $328,000 --
Warranty Deed $328,000 --
Not Resolvable $140,000 --
Deed $210,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $305,250 FHA
Closed $305,250 FHA
Previous Owner $213,750 No Value Available
Previous Owner $255,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $262,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2024 08/08/24 Sold $350,000 +7.7% $293 / Sq Ft
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2024 06/19/24 For Sale $325,000 -- $272 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $5,054 $216,210 $0 $216,210
2023 $4,164 $166,770 $0 $166,770
2022 $4,098 $166,770 $0 $166,770
2021 $3,487 $166,770 $0 $166,770
2020 $3,937 $166,770 $0 $166,770
2019 $3,887 $166,770 $0 $166,770
2018 $4,025 $155,210 $0 $155,210
2017 $3,884 $155,210 $0 $155,210
2016 $3,949 $155,210 $0 $155,210
2015 $3,547 $155,210 $0 $155,210
2014 $3,886 $155,210 $0 $155,210
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24025469

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000005-000070-000078-B000008