NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $800,000 - $962,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,385 Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 07, 2022

Last sale price $761,500 $174 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,006/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of October 2022

VALLEY BROOK SOUTH IS PERFECTLY SITED AND WITH GREAT CURB APPEAL! THE PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING AND STAMPED WALKWAY SHOWCASE THE COVERED FRONT PORCH,AND INVITES YOU TO COME INSIDE. AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN GREETS YOU AT THE FRONT DOOR WITH THE FORMAL DINING ROOM TO THE LEFT, THE LIVING ROOM TO THE RIGHT WITH A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE AND IS FILLED WITH SUNLIGHT COMING FROM THE OVERSIZED WINDOWS OVERLOOKING THE BACKYARD. THE 9 FOOT CEILINGS, CROWN MOULDING, RECESSED LIGHTING, AND HARDWOOD FLOORS ACCENT THE SPACIOUS ROOM SIZES. ADJACENT TO THE LIVING ROOM IS THE COOK'S KITCHEN WITH EVERYTHING YOU COULD EVER WANT FROM DOUBLE STAINLESS STEEL WALL OVENS, STOVE TOP, REFRIGERATOR, DISHWASHER, MICROWAVE, DOUBLE SINK, MAPLE CABINETS WITH GLASS FRONTS, GRANITE AND A SNACK BAR AREA. UPSTAIRS ARE 4 BEDROOMS, A LAUNDRY ROOM, AND LARGE BONUS ROOM. THE PRIMARY SUITE HAS A BEAUTIFUL VAULTED CEILING, AND SPA-LIKE BATH WITH WALK IN SHOWER, FEATURING MULTIPLE HEADS, AND A LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET. DOWNSTAIRS IS A LARGE FAMILY ROOM AREA WITH ANOTHER FIREPLACE, AND A SPACE THAT COULD BE USED AS AN OFFICE OR ADDITIONAL BEDROOM, AND A FULL BATH. THIS HAS THE POTENTIAL OF AN IN LAW SET UP. THERE IS AN OVERSIZE FRENCH DOOR WALKOUT TO THE PRIVATE BACK YARD AND THE YARD IS GLORIOUS. WITH ITS LARGE DECK OVERLOOKING THE PEACEFUL SURROUNDINGS, ONE COULD ALSO TAKE A DIP IN THE ABOVE GROUND POOL. THIS WONDERFUL HOME HAS AN IRRIGATION SYSTEM, AND IS IN A DESIREABLE NEIGHBORHOOD IN BRANFORD.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Ricci

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0785909 Listed on: 07/27/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Lebov

True North Real Estate LLC License #RES.0763353

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,031

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.68 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R4

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Mary T. Murphy Elementary School
  • Francis Walsh Middle School
  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,031

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3189
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3189
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1196
  • Total Sq Ft: 4385
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN BRANFORD, HIGHWAYS AND ROUTE 1, COME AND MAKE 38 VALLEY BROOK YOUR NEXT FOREVER HOME!
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5817
  • Directions: BRUSHY PLAINS ROAD TO PARISH FARMS TO VALLEY BROOK SOUTH
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room on Second Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 38

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Above Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary T. Murphy
  • Middle School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.6800
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Dry, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R4

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 10031
  • Total Assessed Value: 340600
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1063684

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary T. Murphy
  • Middle Jr High School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2022
Closed on
Oct 7, 2022
Sold by
Celentano Robert E and Celentano Lynne A
Bought by
Reed Matthew H and Reed Felicia
Seller's Agent
Donna Ricci
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Lebov
True North Real Estate LLC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$761,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,500
-4.69%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$915,127

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,627
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%
Original Mortgage
$647,275
Outstanding Balance
$622,316
Interest Rate
5.55%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$287,987

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 1999
Sold by
Gambardella Louis C
Bought by
Celentano Robert E and Celentano Lynne A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1992
Sold by
Gtt Corp
Bought by
Gambardella Louis C and Doll Lorraine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$47,000
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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
Reed Matthew H $761,500 None Available
Celentano Robert E $70,000 --
Gambardella Louis C $67,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reed Matthew H $647,275
Previous Owner Celentano Robert E $500,000
Previous Owner Celentano Robert E $50,000
Previous Owner Gambardella Louis C $350,000
Previous Owner Gambardella Louis C $400,000
Previous Owner Gambardella Louis C $100,000
Previous Owner Gambardella Louis C $47,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/07/2022 10/07/22 Sold $761,500 -4.7% $174 / Sq Ft
08/16/2022 08/16/22 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2022 08/02/22 For Sale $799,000 -- $182 / 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 $12,239 $571,900 $120,200 $451,700
2024 $11,336 $371,900 $104,800 $267,100
2023 $10,181 $340,600 $104,800 $235,800
2022 $10,031 $340,600 $104,800 $235,800
2021 $10,031 $340,600 $104,800 $235,800
2020 $9,850 $340,600 $104,800 $235,800
2019 $9,738 $335,000 $112,100 $222,900
2018 $9,594 $335,000 $112,100 $222,900
2017 $9,537 $335,000 $112,100 $222,900
2016 $9,182 $335,000 $112,100 $222,900
2015 $9,022 $335,000 $112,100 $222,900
2014 $9,386 $357,700 $112,100 $245,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170511917

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000005D-000005-000001-000009