NOT LISTED FOR SALE

296 Opening Hill Rd Unit 296 Branford, CT 06405

Outlying Branford Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $282,000 - $334,423

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,154 Sq Ft
$387/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 18, 2024

Last sale price $281,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,382/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Clubhouse
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2024

BRING YOUR VISION to this spacious, townhome style condo in the desirable Foxbridge community! Enter through the front porch to a spacious mudroom and large coat closet. This unit has an ideal layout. The main floor features a cozy living room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen and full bathroom. There are also slider doors leading to a spacious deck! Upstairs you will find the 3 bedrooms and second full bathroom. The lower level is finished, offering additional living space, storage space and walk-out slider doors to the peaceful back patio, backing up to acres of water company property. Enjoy the large in-ground community pool in the summer months! This condo is located minutes to both I-95, Route 1, Route 80 and is a short drive to Yale and the train stations to NYC and Boston. This is a great fixer-upper opportunity for an investor or first-time homebuyer looking to buy in Branford for under $300k! Branford is a highly desirable shoreline town offering public beaches, parks, locally-owned restaurants and shops and a vibrant town center where community events and festivals are hosted! Being sold AS IS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leanne Petrillo

Houlihan Lawrence WD License #RES.0816586 Listed on: 11/01/2024

Houlihan Lawrence WD

Last Buyer's Agent

Lani Liu-Helisch

Sovereign Properties License #REB.0788679

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,947

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

HOA Fees

  • $387 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Mary T. Murphy Elementary School
  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1061048

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, water, property management, pool service
  • 74 Units

Amenities

  • Public Transportation
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,947

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$387 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Brushy Plain
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1516
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 638
  • Total Sq Ft: 2154
  • Year Built: 1984
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Pool
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Assigned parking spaces are 96 & 92. Complex is not FHA approved.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Brushy Plain Road to Hemlock to Opening Hill Road. GPS friendly.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1516
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 296

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Property Management, Pool Service
  • Levels In Unit: 3
  • HOA Fees: 387
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association
  • Total Number of Units In Complex: Foxbridge

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary T. Murphy
  • High School: Branford

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Zoning: Per Town
  • Parcel #: 1061048

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: Some restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Number Of Units: 74

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 3947
  • Total Assessed Value: 129500
  • Mil Rate Total: 30.48

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary T. Murphy
  • High School: Branford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2024
Closed on
Dec 17, 2024
Sold by
Stephen Meyer 2024 Ret and Meyer
Bought by
Aandw Llc
Seller's Agent
Leanne Petrillo
Houlihan Lawrence WD
Buyer's Agent
Lani Liu-Helisch
Sovereign Properties
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$281,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
14.69%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
224
Current Estimated Value
$297,606

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,606
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.60%
Original Mortgage
$196,700
Outstanding Balance
$196,193
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$102,574

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2024
Closed on
Nov 9, 2024
Sold by
Meyer Stephen C
Bought by
Stephen Meyer 2024 Ret and Meyer
Seller's Agent
Leanne Petrillo
Houlihan Lawrence WD
Buyer's Agent
Lani Liu-Helisch
Sovereign Properties
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$281,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
14.69%
Views
224

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$196,700
Outstanding Balance
$196,193
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$102,574

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2014
Sold by
Martinelli Audrey
Bought by
Meyer Stephen C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,000
Interest Rate
3.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1998
Sold by
Elmasry James L
Bought by
Meyer Stephen C and Meyer Audrey M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,700
Interest Rate
6.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1995
Sold by
Wallace Gail A
Bought by
Elmasry James L
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Aandw Llc $281,000 None Available
Aandw Llc $281,000 None Available
Stephen Meyer 2024 Ret -- None Available
Stephen Meyer 2024 Ret -- None Available
Stephen Meyer 2024 Ret -- None Available
Meyer Stephen C $13,400 --
Meyer Stephen C $123,000 --
Meyer Stephen C $123,000 --
Elmasry James L $119,000 --
Elmasry James L $119,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Aandw Llc $196,700
Closed Aandw Llc $196,700
Previous Owner Meyer Stephen C $112,000
Previous Owner Wallace Gail A $110,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Sold $281,000 +14.7% $130 / Sq Ft
11/05/2024 11/05/24 Pending -- -- --
11/01/2024 11/01/24 For Sale $245,000 -- $114 / 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 $3,947 $129,500 $0 $129,500
2023 $3,871 $129,500 $0 $129,500
2022 $3,814 $129,500 $0 $129,500
2021 $3,814 $129,500 $0 $129,500
2020 $3,745 $129,500 $0 $129,500
2019 $3,265 $112,300 $0 $112,300
2018 $3,216 $112,300 $0 $112,300
2017 $3,197 $112,300 $0 $112,300
2016 $3,078 $112,300 $0 $112,300
2015 $3,024 $112,300 $0 $112,300
2014 $3,264 $124,400 $0 $124,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Leanne Petrillo

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Leanne Petrillo

    Houlihan Lawrence WD

    (203) 848-4999

    5 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Leanne Petrillo
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Lani Liu-Helisch

    Sovereign Properties

    (203) 722-2451

    1 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Lani Liu-Helisch
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24050973

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000004C-000002-000001-000296

Connecticut New Haven County Branford 06405 Outlying Branford

296 Opening Hill Rd Unit 296, Branford, CT

This home is located at 296 Opening Hill Rd Unit 296, Branford, CT 06405 since 01 November 2024 and is currently estimated at $297,606, approximately $138 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 296 Opening Hill Rd Unit 296 is a home located in New Haven County with nearby schools including Francis Walsh Intermediate School, Branford High School, and East Shoreline Catholic Academy.

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