NOT LISTED FOR SALE

517 Leetes Island Rd Branford, CT 06405

Stony Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $444,388 - $605,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,422 Sq Ft
$384/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2019

Last sale price $325,000 $229 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,527/month

131 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Water Access
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2019

Rustic charm and modern conveniences around every corner in this cozy and bright cottage a half mile from the heart of Stony Creek, its harbor and public beach. Quiet, private and peaceful two bedroom home with numerous custom details. Kitchen with open shelving, stainless steel appliances and butcher block and granite countertops. French doors in both the dining room and den open up to beautiful gardens and stone wall, which can also be enjoyed from the back deck. Be in New Haven in a quick 20 minutes and New York City in 90 minutes. Move in condition - drop your bags and relax!

Last Listed By

Lisa Henderson

Realty By Design License #REB.0789286 Listed on: 07/03/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,523

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vertical Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,422 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Gas Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Dirt Floor
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Mary R. Tisko Elementary School
  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,523

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1422
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1422
  • Total Sq Ft: 1422
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2423
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Dirt Floor
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 517

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Private, Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Wood/Coal Stove
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2600
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 5523
  • Total Assessed Value: 190000
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.070
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.070
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1070961

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary R. Tisko
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Branford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2019
Closed on
Dec 17, 2019
Sold by
Shanbrom Leslie
Bought by
Seara Ferreira and Seara Tarsila
Seller's Agent
Lisa Henderson
Realty By Design
Buyer's Agent
Susan Frew
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-7.14%
Total Days on Market
131
Current Estimated Value
$546,597

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$221,597
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.68%
Original Mortgage
$292,500
Outstanding Balance
$262,721
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$274,940

Range of Values:

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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
Seara Ferreira $325,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Seara Ferreira $292,500
Previous Owner Shanbrom Leslie $150,000
Previous Owner Shanbrom Leslie $46,000
Previous Owner Shanbrom Leslie $51,000
Previous Owner Shanbrom Leslie $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2019 12/18/19 Sold $325,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
11/11/2019 11/11/19 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Price Changed $325,000 -7.1% $229 / Sq Ft
07/03/2019 07/03/19 For Sale $350,000 -- $246 / 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 $5,621 $184,400 $82,700 $101,700
2023 $5,512 $184,400 $82,700 $101,700
2022 $5,431 $184,400 $82,700 $101,700
2021 $5,431 $184,400 $82,700 $101,700
2020 $5,333 $184,400 $82,700 $101,700
2019 $5,523 $190,000 $88,500 $101,500
2018 $5,442 $190,000 $88,500 $101,500
2017 $5,409 $190,000 $88,500 $101,500
2016 $5,208 $190,000 $88,500 $101,500
2015 $5,117 $190,000 $88,500 $101,500
2014 $4,742 $180,700 $88,500 $92,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Henderson

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Lisa Henderson

    Realty By Design

    (203) 909-6615

    31 Total Sales

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  • Susan Frew

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Susan Frew

    Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc

    (203) 314-4144

    21 Total Sales

    Susan Frew
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170212347

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000008J-000004-000009

Connecticut New Haven County Branford 06405 Stony Creek

517 Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT

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This home is located at 517 Leetes Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405 since 03 July 2019 and is currently estimated at $546,597, approximately $384 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 517 Leetes Island Rd is a home located in New Haven County with nearby schools including Francis Walsh Intermediate School and Branford High School.

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