NOT LISTED FOR SALE

204 Clark Ave Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $977,000 - $1,101,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,888 Sq Ft
$545/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2022

Last sale price $950,000 $503 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,882/month

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Beach Access
  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of July 2022

SHORT BEACH, A WELCOMING COMMUNITY
Claus Johnson came to Short Beach in 1876 and being a master carpenter and boat builder, the Johnson family were pioneers in the motor boat industry. The original Short Beach was renamed Johnsons Beach for the family. 204 Clark Avenue, on the market for sale, was the second house built on Johnsons Beach.

Idlewild, a plaque displayed on the house of Johnsons with the date 1889, is a yellow colonial featuring a living room, dining room, kitchen with mostly new appliances, quartz countertops and built-ins and half bath. Hardwood floors run throughout the rooms on the first floor and on the second floor where there are 3 bedrooms and 1 bath with a walk up that is partially finished. The principal bedroom opens to a sitting room, both overlooking the beach and on a clear day the Sound to Long Island. Relaxing on the wrap around covered porch is exhilarating as you take in breathtaking views of Long Island Sound just steps away with its beach activities – sailing on the Sound, kayaking on Farm River, fishing, a perfect combination of sand, water and sun coupled with flower gardens abound along with a variety of beautiful birds, flying and nesting all along this shore.

Come to Short Beach and go for a swim, or build a sandcastle or walk on the beach and let the wet sand squish between your toes, while watching a sailing regatta from the Yale Corinthian Sailing Club.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Stebbins

Houlihan Lawrence WD License #RES.0815749 Listed on: 05/01/2022

Houlihan Lawrence WD

Last Buyer's Agent

Wojtek Borowski

Pearce Real Estate License #REB.0758965

Pearce Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,112

Year Built

  • Built in 1889

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $5 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,888 Sq Ft Home
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • The property is located in a historic district

Schools

  • Mary R. Tisko Elementary School
  • Francis Walsh Middle School
  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,112

Year Built

Built in 1889

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$5 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Short Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1888
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1888
  • Total Sq Ft: 1888
  • Year Built: 1889
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Park, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4465
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/13/2022
  • Directions: Short Beach Road to Shore Drive, left at Clark Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished
  • Basement Description: Partial With Hatchway, Dirt Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 204

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block, Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 170

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access
  • HOA Fees: 65
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary R. Tisko
  • Middle School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1700
  • Lot Description: Historic District
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 14112
  • Total Assessed Value: 479200
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.450
  • Tax District Amount: 65
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1060559

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary R. Tisko
  • Middle Jr High School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2022
Closed on
Jul 13, 2022
Sold by
M Ganeau T
Bought by
Adams Aiyana M and Adams Christopher B
Seller's Agent
Judy Stebbins
Houlihan Lawrence WD
Buyer's Agent
Wojtek Borowski
Pearce Real Estate
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-13.24%
Current Estimated Value
$1,028,263

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,263
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2020
Sold by
Dahl Barbara E and Garneau Maurice W
Bought by
Maurice G & B Dahl Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2015
Sold by
Dahl Barbara E
Bought by
Dahl Barbara E and Garbeau Maurice W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,900
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2000
Sold by
Agreem Harry Johnson T and Dahl Barbara
Bought by
Dahl Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
7.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 1995
Sold by
Johnson Harry H and Johnson Abbie S
Bought by
Peterson Arnold T and Peterson Evangeline
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Adams Aiyana M $950,000 None Available
Maurice G & B Dahl Ret -- None Available
Dahl Barbara E -- --
Dahl Barbara $350,000 --
Peterson Arnold T $25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner M Garneau & B Dahl Ret $100,000
Previous Owner Dahl Barbara E $363,900
Previous Owner Peterson Arnold T $45,500
Previous Owner Peterson Arnold T $446,000
Previous Owner Peterson Arnold T $436,000
Previous Owner Peterson Arnold T $70,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Sold $950,000 -13.2% $503 / Sq Ft
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2022 05/01/22 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $580 / 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 $15,417 $720,400 $467,600 $252,800
2024 $14,761 $484,300 $347,300 $137,000
2023 $14,476 $484,300 $347,300 $137,000
2022 $14,112 $479,200 $347,300 $131,900
2021 $14,112 $479,200 $347,300 $131,900
2020 $13,858 $479,200 $347,300 $131,900
2019 $13,657 $469,800 $315,700 $154,100
2018 $13,455 $469,800 $315,700 $154,100
2017 $13,375 $469,800 $315,700 $154,100
2016 $12,877 $469,800 $315,700 $154,100
2015 $12,652 $469,800 $315,700 $154,100
2014 $12,055 $459,400 $315,700 $143,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170486047

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000011B-000001-000009