NOT LISTED FOR SALE

32 Beckett Ave Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $540,000 - $668,050

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,418 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2024

Last sale price $585,000 $242 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,849/month

72 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • Cottage
  • Property is near public transit
  • Bonus Room
  • Community Basketball Court

About This Home

As of November 2024

Short Beach, Branford! Seize this rare opportunity to live in the desirable, quiet, Short Beach community - an area rich in history and surrounded by breathtaking water views. This elevated home blends classic New England architecture with modern conveniences, including solar panels. It is perfectly situated on friendly Beckett Avenue. This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home produces a harmonious blend of comfort and charm. The spacious open-plan living/dining room creates a bright, inviting atmosphere. enhanced by abundant natural light and picturesque water views. The kithcen, featuring windows overlooking the adjacent park, is perfect for cooking and has generous pantry space. The entryway leads to a full bathroom with a walk-in shower and convenient laundry facilities. Upstairs, you'll find two cozy bedrooms with water views, a master bedroom with a skylight and a bathroom with a large tub. This home is ideal for family gatherings and peaceful relaxation. A long driveway provides ample parking for you and your guests, while the spacious 2-car garage features a studio above, complete with 2 large closets and extra storage - ideal for a home office or creative space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Ruben

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0814408 Listed on: 08/29/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Stella

Huntsman,Meade & Partners Comp License #RES.0794369

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $5 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Smart Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System
  • Heating system powered by active solar

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Window & portable A/C, lawn mower, snow blower, assorted boats.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1060597

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include lake/beach access

Recreation

  • Community Basketball Court
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,803

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

4,356 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$5 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Short Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1464
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 954
  • Total Sq Ft: 2418
  • Year Built: 1860
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Commuter Bus, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Remarks Public Addendum: The beautifully landscaped lot, with its own garden and park-adjacent location, gives you plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. A pergola adorned with grapevines, equipped with cabinets and a sink, creates an inviting outdoor dining area. After a day at the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower. Additionally, the seller has secured a variance to add a deck extending to the property line on the SW side, offering even more outdoor living space and views. Enjoy year-round coastal living with fishing, swimming and refreshing sea breezes just steps from your front door. You will appreciate the area's abundant birdlife, scenic woodland trails, historic trolley tracks and nearby marshlands. Launch your kayak or sailboat into the calm water of the granite cove and savor the natural beauty of this picturesque location. Whether you're looking for a summer retreat or a year-round residence, this home is the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. Short Beach has 2 local restaurants and a post office. Branford's vibrant town square - with additional shops and dining - is just a short distance away. You'll also enjoy easy access to parks, New Haven, public transportation, Amtrak, Metro North, Yale and nearby medical facilities. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history in this idyllic beachside community.. Make the Short Beach neighborhood your home!
  • Exclusions: Window & portable A/C, lawn mower, snow blower, assorted boats.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Shore Drive to Clark Avenue, sharp left on Beckett Avenue.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Walk-out, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Workshop
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Appliances

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Piling
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water Beach Rights Water Community View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Other

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage, Covered Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Wall Unit, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Gas on Gas, Hot Water, Solar
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected, Public Sewer In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access
  • HOA Fees: 65
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Description: Fence - Wood Fence - Partial Fence - Privacy Dry Level Lot Cleared Historic District Water View
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: B
  • Parcel #: 1060597

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 6803

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2024
Closed on
Nov 11, 2024
Sold by
Gillen Justine M
Bought by
Kaczmarczyk Kenneth and Kaczmarczyk Katherine
Seller's Agent
Matthew Ruben
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Stella
Huntsman,Meade & Partners Comp
List Price
$635,000
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-7.87%
Views
83
Current Estimated Value
$601,763

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,763
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2020
Sold by
Gillen Justine K
Bought by
Gillen Justine K and Gillen Justine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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
Kaczmarczyk Kenneth $585,000 None Available
Kaczmarczyk Kenneth $585,000 None Available
Gillen Justine K -- None Available
Gillen Justine K -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gillen Justine K $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Sold $585,000 +0.9% $242 / Sq Ft
09/19/2024 09/19/24 Price Changed $580,000 -8.7% $240 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 For Sale $635,000 -- $263 / 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
2025 $7,796 $364,300 $168,400 $195,900
2024 $6,803 $223,200 $125,000 $98,200
2023 $6,671 $223,200 $125,000 $98,200
2022 $6,573 $223,200 $125,000 $98,200
2021 $6,573 $223,200 $125,000 $98,200
2020 $6,455 $223,200 $125,000 $98,200
2019 $6,407 $220,400 $113,700 $106,700
2018 $6,312 $220,400 $113,700 $106,700
2017 $6,275 $220,400 $113,700 $106,700
2016 $6,041 $220,400 $113,700 $106,700
2015 $5,935 $220,400 $113,700 $106,700
2014 $5,505 $209,800 $113,700 $96,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24033629

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000011B-000002-000012

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