NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Wallace Rd Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $1,379,000 - $2,354,000

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
8,554 Sq Ft
$227/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 26, 2023

Last sale price $1,750,000 $205 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,526/month

269 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Water Access
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 6.6 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2023

If peace & privacy are what you are looking for, THIS is the home you’ve been searching for! Set on one of the highest elevations in the coastal village of Stony Creek, this home is like a private resort located half way between NYC & Boston. Bordering land trust property w/beautiful vistas & hiking trails, the home is set on 6.6 serene & secluded acres, just minutes from beach, marinas & kayaking...Truly a nature-lover’s paradise! Fresh paint inside & out, this 8500 sq ft home has 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths & 1 half bathroom & a totally separate apartment. Its architecturally designed open floor plan is greatly enhanced by the soaring cathedral ceilings & is ideal for entertaining family & friends who will embrace the relaxed ambience. Custom finishes add to the exquisite style throughout this remarkable home.The massive granite island counter, breakfast/bar area, newer stainless steel appliances & marble framed fireplace are but a few of the impressive features. The kitchen is filled w/an abundance of natural light from the 2 story windows & adjacent three season sun room that overlooks professionally landscaped yard, heated Gunite in-ground pool & patio. Adjacent to the kitchen dining area are French doors leading to the formal dining room. Step down to the sunken formal living room, w/it's floor to ceiling wall of Stony Creek granite. A light infused cozy family room, w/gleaming hardwood floors, soaring ceiling & a gas fireplace, is located off the cavernous chef’s kitchen.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sally Tucker

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0785646 Listed on: 08/10/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Vicky Welch

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0759398

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,377

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 6.6 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Secluded Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-5

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 8,554 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Parking

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

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Separate Entry Quarters

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
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,377

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Stony Creek
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8554
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 8554
  • Total Sq Ft: 8554
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • Remarks Public Addendum: On the upper floors, you will find the primary bedroom, a tranquil sanctuary w/French doors to a separate sitting room.The spa-like bath is a DREAM w/luxurious soaking tub, walk-in tiled shower, towel warmers & double sink vanity. 3 additional bedrooms, w/their own private bathrooms are also on the 2nd floor. A game/exercise room, 5th bedroom w/full bathroom located on the 3rd floor. The spacious apartment w/separate entrance, has been completely renovated. A delightfully comfortable space w/new kitchen, a combo living room/dining room, 2 bedrooms & a lower level bonus room. Gracious accommodations for out-of-town guests, au-pair, in-law, or AirBNB. Come see this exquisite home BEFORE IT IS GONE! Please Note: Field card says 2 half baths however this property currently has 5 full bathrooms & ONE half bathroom.
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 14197
  • Directions: DON'T USE WAZE (GPS) I-95 Exit 56 (Leetes Island Rd) At 4 way stop, go straight to Thimble Islands Rd. Go LEFT AT 2ND ENTRANCE TO WALLACE RD (ACROSS FROM LONG POINT RD) Bear RIGHT on Private Rd. Go approx. 900 FT, bear LEFT to enter #42 Driveway.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: In large closet in second floor hallway
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Security System

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Garden Area, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Enclosed, Shed, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Safety Fence, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Split System, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 6.6000
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-5

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 36377
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1071541

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
Aug 10, 2022
Closed on
Jun 15, 2023
Sold by
Strubing Laurence A and Strubing Kathryn A
Bought by
Dana P Biondi T P and Dana Biondi
Seller's Agent
Sally Tucker
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vicky Welch
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Views
234
Current Estimated Value
$1,942,995

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$192,995
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.38%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 2, 2018
Closed on
Mar 27, 2019
Sold by
Hartford-Alden Mary E and Amendola Andrew M
Bought by
Strubing Kathryn A and Strubing Laurence A
Seller's Agent
John Campbell
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sally Tucker
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$965,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-3.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 1995
Sold by
Tobey Tr Michael
Bought by
Hartford-Alden Mary E
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
Dana P Biondi T P $1,750,000 None Available
Strubing Kathryn A $965,000 --
Hartford-Alden Mary E $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hartford-Alden Mary E $50,000
Previous Owner Hartford-Alden Mary E $629,000
Previous Owner Hartford-Alden Mary E $650,000
Previous Owner Hartford-Alden Mary E $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/26/2023 06/26/23 Sold $1,750,000 0.0% $205 / Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2023 05/10/23 For Sale $1,750,000 0.0% $205 / Sq Ft
01/27/2023 01/27/23 Off Market $1,750,000 -- --
01/04/2023 01/04/23 Price Changed $1,750,000 -12.5% $205 / Sq Ft
08/18/2022 08/18/22 For Sale $1,999,000 +107.2% $234 / Sq Ft
03/27/2019 03/27/19 Sold $965,000 -3.0% $113 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/11/2019 03/11/19 Pending -- -- --
11/02/2018 11/02/18 For Sale $995,000 -- $116 / 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 $27,550 $1,287,400 $352,500 $934,900
2024 $37,649 $1,235,200 $362,800 $872,400
2023 $36,920 $1,235,200 $362,800 $872,400
2022 $36,377 $1,235,200 $362,800 $872,400
2021 $36,377 $1,235,200 $362,800 $872,400
2020 $35,722 $1,235,200 $362,800 $872,400
2019 $31,599 $1,087,000 $317,500 $769,500
2018 $31,132 $1,087,000 $317,500 $769,500
2017 $30,947 $1,087,000 $317,500 $769,500
2016 $29,745 $1,085,200 $317,500 $767,700
2015 $29,224 $1,085,200 $317,500 $767,700
2014 $26,080 $993,900 $317,500 $676,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170512194

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000010K-000002-000012