Seller's Agent in 2023
Deborah Hidy
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 505-8200
22 in this area
28 Total Sales
43 Contentment Island Rd Darien, CT 06820
Darien NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $5,785,166 - $6,518,000
4
Beds
6
Baths
6,454
Sq Ft
$936/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Gunite Pool
- Waterfront
- Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- 1.24 Acre Lot
About This Home
As of December 2023Nestled on Contentment Island in Tokeneke, this meticulously renovated Nantucket-style colonial sits on 1.24 acres of manicured grounds with seasonal water views and direct Long Island Sound water frontage with boat mooring. A grand 2-story foyer and stately staircase welcomes guests to a formal living room with French doors to the terrace and one of four fireplaces which leads to a sophisticated library with gorgeous wood detail. State of the art kitchen with over-sized marble island, Sub-Zero fridge, two dishwashers and wet bar opens to dining room and family room. French doors line the light-filled dining room and open to the stone terrace with firepit, heated swimming pool and professionally landscaped gardens. An ideal open floor plan for entertaining and today’s living. Adjacent great room with large built-ins and fireplace provides another space to host family and friends. The temperature controlled 1,000-bottle wine cellar and mudroom with custom storage completes the main level. Luxurious primary bedroom suite with two balconies, spa-like bathroom and his/hers walk in closets. Three additional generous bedrooms all boast en-suite baths. This beautiful home has style and elegance all in a spectacular setting! (Generator included.)
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $52,307
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 1.24 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $208 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 6,454 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Sound System
- 4 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
- Workshop
- Partial Basement
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Gunite Pool
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- Association fees include security service, snow removal, road maintenance
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 109214
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 28, 2023
Closed on
Dec 15, 2023
Sold by
Platt William S and Platt Courtney M
Bought by
Susko Shannon T and Susko Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Deborah Hidy
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$5,250,000
Sold Price
$5,250,000
Total Days on Market
41
Views
136
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$793,292
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.90%
Original Mortgage
$3,675,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 9, 2014
Closed on
Aug 24, 2015
Sold by
Russo Robert D
Bought by
Platt William S and Platt Courtney M
Seller's Agent
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$5,300,000
Sold Price
$3,742,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,558,000
-29.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.15%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susko Shannon T | $5,250,000 | None Available | |
| Platt William S | $3,750,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Susko Shannon T | $3,646,000 | |
| Closed | Susko Shannon T | $3,675,000 | |
| Closed | Susko Shannon T | $3,675,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thornton Thomas F | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thornton Thomas F | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thornton Thomas F | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thornton Thomas F | $1,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2023 12/15/23 | Sold | $5,250,000 | 0.0% | $813 / Sq Ft |
| 11/08/2023 11/08/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2023 09/28/23 | For Sale | $5,250,000 | +40.3% | $813 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2015 08/21/15 | Sold | $3,742,000 | -29.4% | $571 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2015 07/22/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/09/2014 01/09/14 | For Sale | $5,300,000 | 0.0% | $809 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2013 10/16/13 | Rented | $15,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/16/2013 09/16/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2013 06/13/13 | For Rent | $15,000 | +7.1% | -- |
| 06/11/2012 06/11/12 | Rented | $14,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/12/2012 05/12/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2012 05/03/12 | For Rent | $14,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $51,269 | $3,490,060 | $2,035,250 | $1,454,810 |
| 2023 | $52,307 | $2,970,310 | $1,630,020 | $1,340,290 |
| 2022 | $51,178 | $2,970,310 | $1,630,020 | $1,340,290 |
| 2021 | $49,383 | $2,932,510 | $1,630,020 | $1,302,490 |
| 2020 | $47,976 | $2,932,510 | $1,630,020 | $1,302,490 |
| 2019 | $406 | $2,932,510 | $1,630,020 | $1,302,490 |
| 2018 | $44,639 | $2,776,060 | $1,681,960 | $1,094,100 |
| 2017 | $44,861 | $2,776,060 | $1,681,960 | $1,094,100 |
| 2016 | $44,093 | $2,796,010 | $1,681,960 | $1,114,050 |
| 2015 | $58,308 | $3,798,550 | $2,368,240 | $1,430,310 |
| 2014 | $57,016 | $3,798,550 | $2,368,240 | $1,430,310 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Deborah Hidy
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Kristin Nemec
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt
(203) 829-8998
20 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
Janet Olmsted
J
Seller's Agent in 2015
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 655-1418
6 in this area
6 Total Sales
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Chris Merritt
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Chris Merritt
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 655-1418
5 in this area
5 Total Sales
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N
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Non Member
Non-Member
-
K
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Kristine Johnson
Halstead Real Estate
(203) 656-6535
Map
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Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170600230
APN: DARI-000068-000000-000016
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