NOT LISTED FOR SALE

56 Sound View Heights Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $1,096,000 - $1,204,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,987 Sq Ft
$580/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2021

Last sale price $975,000 $491 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,813/month

111 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Finished Attic
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of October 2021

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE VIEW! Spectacular unobstructed views of the Thimble Islands & Long Island Sound from all rooms of this quaint, charming year round beach home. Direct waterfront located in a peaceful, serene section of Indian Neck. Enjoy ocean breezes, wildlife, breathtaking sunrises and an ever changing view of the water. A painter's or photographer's oasis.
This 1920 4-bedroom colonial home offers light and bright spaces throughout, fully applianced kitchen with Viking stove w/hood, granite counter tops, walk-in pantry, dining area, living room with a stone surround wood-burning fireplace for those colder months. French door opens to a covered porch overlooking the water, the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a day or work or play. Three bedrooms, a full bath and a laundry room are found on the second level. The master bedroom is on the finished walk-up third floor and offers a full bath complete with a clawfoot tub. Additional highlights include an open floor plan, high ceilings, wide plank wood floors and bead board trim. There is also a detached garage with an all pine recreation room/office leading to a brick patio, outdoor shower and kayak storage. Feel safe and protected knowing you are sitting high above the flood zone. NO FLOOD INSURANCE NEEDED. Perfect for the waterfront or boater enthusiast. A short stroll to the the Owenego Beach and Tennis Club.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rose Ciardiello

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0798086 Listed on: 04/26/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Leigh Whiteman

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0755421

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,193

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Terrace
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,193

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Indian Neck
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1771
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1771
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 216
  • Total Sq Ft: 1987
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Minutes to Bruce and Johnsons Marina, commuter rail and the popular Town Green where you’ll enjoy a variety of boutique shopping, an array of restaurants and a variety of events throughout the year. Approximately 90 minutes to NYC and 2 hours to Boston.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3657
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/19/2021
  • Directions: Route 146 / Montowese Street --> Linden Avenue --> Sound View Heights, #56
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Basement Description: Partial With Hatchway, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room on second floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Porch, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, L. I. Sound Frontage, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Shared, Paved

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1700
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Water View, Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 17193
  • Total Assessed Value: 583800
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1068801

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
Apr 26, 2021
Closed on
Oct 1, 2021
Sold by
Mcmillan Jeannine
Bought by
Schneider Dana A and Meyers David M
Seller's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Leigh Whiteman
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.01%
Current Estimated Value
$1,152,958

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$177,958
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.36%
Original Mortgage
$780,000
Outstanding Balance
$712,829
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$440,129

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1993
Sold by
Snelgrove William Est
Bought by
Mcmillan Jeannine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
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
Schneider Dana A $975,000 None Available
Mcmillan Jeannine $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schneider Dana A $780,000
Closed Meyers David M $87,500
Previous Owner Mcmillan Jeannine $250,000
Previous Owner Mcmillan Jeannine $254,400
Previous Owner Mcmillan Jeannine $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $975,000 0.0% $491 / Sq Ft
08/15/2021 08/15/21 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Price Changed $975,000 -2.5% $491 / Sq Ft
05/16/2021 05/16/21 Price Changed $1,000,000 +0.5% $503 / Sq Ft
04/26/2021 04/26/21 For Sale $995,000 -- $501 / 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 $18,515 $865,200 $620,100 $245,100
2024 $17,794 $583,800 $460,500 $123,300
2023 $17,450 $583,800 $460,500 $123,300
2022 $17,193 $583,800 $460,500 $123,300
2021 $17,193 $583,800 $460,500 $123,300
2020 $16,883 $583,800 $460,500 $123,300
2019 $17,195 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
2018 $16,941 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
2017 $16,840 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
2016 $16,213 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
2015 $15,929 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
2014 $15,521 $591,500 $460,500 $131,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170381782

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000011F-E000010-000002-000020