NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4 Gaylea Dr Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $1,156,000 - $1,560,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,178 Sq Ft
$436/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 30, 2019

Last sale price $740,000 $233 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,351/month

147 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Beach Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2019

Juniper Point Association, Pine Orchard water area custom home. Live the shoreline lifestyle with deeded beach rights in desired Juniper Point Association. Surrounded by professional landscaping, this custom colonial with tasteful Victorian details, including turrets and custom Bow windows, is enchanting and inviting. Meet each sunrise with a morning coffee on the southeast facing front porch. Almost every window has a transom, which fills the home with sunlight. Enjoy casual meals at the granite kitchen Island, holidays in the formal dining room and summer evenings grilling on the brand new custom-built deck. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, granite counters, a Subzero refrigerator, Thermador double ovens, and a Dacor gas cooktop.
Imagine relaxing on your brand new custom wood deck, which is built into the natural rock outcroppings, offering a cool and peaceful retreat. The wood deck is finished with AZEK railings and steps that lead to the back yard. Continuing a natural theme, the dramatic floor to ceiling river rock gas fireplace is the focal point of the open living room. A private retreat, the en-suite master bedroom with custom bow windows capture dramatic views, and along with the tray ceiling, add architectural interest. The second of the three upper level bedrooms turret is perfect spot to look over the landscape, relax and catch seasonal peek-a-boo water views.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jake Wyman

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0797504 Listed on: 06/17/2019

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Wojtek Borowski

Pearce Real Estate License #REB.0758965

Pearce Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,070

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $175 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cedar Siding
  • Shake Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 3,178 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access
  • Juniper Point Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,070

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$175 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Victorian
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3178
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3178
  • Total Sq Ft: 3178
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Enjoy visiting with neighbors, sandy beach, picnic area, launch areas for your kayaks via golf cart. Adjacent to the Association there is land trust and trails to charming Stony Creek village and beach. The Juniper Point waterfront enclave is very close t
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Trailer(S)
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6025
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Totoket Road to Juniper Point Road. Left onto Gaylea Drive. #4 is on the left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Subzero, Icemaker, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Water Community, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Assess Description: $83 per month through Jan 2020
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 130

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access
  • HOA Fees: 525
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Self Managed

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2900
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, In Subdivision, Water View, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 17070
  • Total Assessed Value: 587200
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.070
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.070
  • Tax District Amount: 525
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1070466

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
Jun 17, 2019
Closed on
Nov 14, 2019
Sold by
Roberts Craig
Bought by
Zandy John G and Doukas Patricia A
Seller's Agent
Jake Wyman
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Wojtek Borowski
Pearce Real Estate
List Price
$865,000
Sold Price
$740,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-14.45%
Current Estimated Value
$1,386,800

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$646,800
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.71%
Original Mortgage
$592,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2003
Sold by
Davis Raymond H and Davis Kathy H
Bought by
Roberts Craig and Roberts Elaine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 1998
Sold by
Zalia Group
Bought by
Nester Walter J and Nester Darlene E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,200
Interest Rate
6.74%
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
Zandy John G $740,000 None Available
Roberts Craig $950,000 --
Nester Walter J $185,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Zandy John G $592,000
Previous Owner Nester Walter J $450,000
Previous Owner Nester Walter J $650,000
Previous Owner Nester Walter J $445,500
Previous Owner Nester Walter J $145,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $740,000 -4.5% $233 / Sq Ft
11/11/2019 11/11/19 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2019 09/06/19 Price Changed $775,000 -6.3% $244 / Sq Ft
08/09/2019 08/09/19 Price Changed $827,000 -4.4% $260 / Sq Ft
06/17/2019 06/17/19 For Sale $865,000 0.0% $272 / Sq Ft
08/06/2016 08/06/16 Rented $3,000 -20.0% --
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Under Contract -- -- --
06/13/2016 06/13/16 For Rent $3,750 +33.9% --
11/30/2014 11/30/14 Rented $2,800 -29.1% --
11/30/2014 11/30/14 Under Contract -- -- --
05/31/2014 05/31/14 For Rent $3,950 +12.9% --
11/12/2013 11/12/13 Rented $3,500 0.0% --
04/29/2013 04/29/13 Under Contract -- -- --
03/28/2013 03/28/13 For Rent $3,500 +9.4% --
02/17/2012 02/17/12 Rented $3,200 -15.8% --
01/27/2012 01/27/12 Under Contract -- -- --
06/25/2011 06/25/11 For Rent $3,800 -- --
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 $19,622 $916,900 $272,700 $644,200
2024 $19,175 $629,100 $203,700 $425,400
2023 $18,804 $629,100 $203,700 $425,400
2022 $18,527 $629,100 $203,700 $425,400
2021 $18,424 $625,600 $203,700 $421,900
2020 $18,092 $625,600 $203,700 $421,900
2019 $21,051 $587,200 $197,200 $390,000
2018 $16,817 $587,200 $197,200 $390,000
2017 $16,718 $587,200 $197,200 $390,000
2016 $16,095 $587,200 $197,200 $390,000
2015 $15,813 $587,200 $197,200 $390,000
2014 $15,130 $576,600 $230,000 $346,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170204366

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000009H-000004-000001-000021