NOT LISTED FOR SALE

144 Highland Ave Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $680,000 - $897,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,060 Sq Ft
$734/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2019

Last sale price $340,000 $321 Per Sq Ft

Est. 129% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,068/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Finished Attic
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2019

.One of a kind waterfront hideaway on the banks of the Farm River in Short Beach CT. Custom
built home featuring open floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors, post & beam timbers, built-in
cabinets throughout with electronic connections, skylights, a cozy loft area, newer energy
efficient mechanicals, and a wood burning stove/fireplace with custom stone wall & hearth.
Custom made solid wood Wall-bed allows for an expanded entertainment space on the second
level with access to a deck with room for outdoor furniture. Kitchen includes granite
countertops & stainless-steel appliances. First and second floor decks provide spectacular water
views up and down the river. Walk and spend the day at your private community beach on Long
Island Sound. Walking distance to village restaurants, post office, and the Yale Sailing Club.
Property includes state of CT approved plans and permit to build a dock that allows deep water
boat access to Long Island Sound. Furniture negotiable.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gene Pica

RE/MAX Alliance License #RES.0539011 Listed on: 05/01/2019

RE/MAX Alliance

Last Buyer's Agent

Gena Ruocco-Lockery

GRL & Realtors, LLC License #REB.0789992

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,844

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • River Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Sloped Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,060 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Finished Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,844

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1060
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1060
  • Total Sq Ft: 1060
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1996
  • Directions: Clark Avenue, right on Highland Avenue. Right at top of hill, immediate left after royal blue house with six flag poles in front. Interior lot. Go to end of driveway to parking area.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Finished
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Frontage, River, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1600
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Sloping Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Zoning: A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 9844
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.640
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1058901

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2020
Sold by
Bratsenis Margaret I
Bought by
Ward Scott
Current Estimated Value
$777,586

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2019
Closed on
May 31, 2019
Sold by
Tutino Phillip C
Bought by
Ward Scott
Seller's Agent
Gene Pica
RE/MAX Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Gena Ruocco-Lockery
GRL & Realtors, LLC
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-2.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.55%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 1, 2013
Closed on
Mar 5, 2013
Sold by
Bussmann George J and Damico Regina
Bought by
Tutino Phillip C
Seller's Agent
Phil Carloni
RE/MAX Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Gene Pica
RE/MAX Alliance
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-4.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.49%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
3.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 1994
Sold by
Demartino Henry J Est
Bought by
Damico Regina and Bratsenis Margaret I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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
Ward Scott $8,250 None Available
Ward Scott $340,000 --
Tutino Phillip C $310,000 --
Damico Regina $120,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tutino Phillip C $248,000
Previous Owner Damico Regina $295,000
Previous Owner Damico Regina $125,000
Previous Owner Damico Regina $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/31/2019 05/31/19 Sold $340,000 -2.8% $321 / Sq Ft
05/01/2019 05/01/19 For Sale $349,900 +12.9% $330 / Sq Ft
02/28/2013 02/28/13 Sold $310,000 -4.6% $292 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/21/2013 01/21/13 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2013 01/01/13 For Sale $325,000 -- $307 / 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
2025 $11,687 $546,100 $382,500 $163,600
2024 $12,497 $410,000 $316,800 $93,200
2023 $12,255 $410,000 $316,800 $93,200
2022 $12,075 $410,000 $316,800 $93,200
2021 $12,075 $410,000 $316,800 $93,200
2020 $11,857 $410,000 $316,800 $93,200
2019 $9,991 $343,700 $247,000 $96,700
2018 $9,844 $343,700 $247,000 $96,700
2017 $9,785 $343,700 $247,000 $96,700
2016 $9,421 $343,700 $247,000 $96,700
2015 $9,256 $343,700 $247,000 $96,700
2014 $8,958 $341,400 $247,000 $94,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170190708

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000011A-000001-000001