NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,812,000 - $3,973,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,001 Sq Ft
$694/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 15, 2022

Last sale price $3,100,000 $620 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,365/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Jonathan Law High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

About This Home

As of February 2022

Come home to your own private beach at 61 Shell Ave. Celebrate the beauty and tranquility inside and outside this premier residence designed by Architect Ray Oliver and newly built in 2017 by the Garceau brothers' Gateway Construction. New Yorkers can hop on the train and begin their relaxation en route to their oasis. The only thing better than this home's wonderful amenities is its premier location. Walk to the train in downtown Milford on the green with waterfront and plenty of restaurants. This ultimate beach home awaits you, whether to reside full time or for unsurpassed weekend escapes. The gracious beach house boasts full southern exposure on Milford's premier private beach. Shell Ave is a quaint and quiet street nestled between historic Fort Trumbull and glorious Silver Sands State park, boasting a mile long brand new boardwalk. 61 Shell Ave sits prominently along the most desirable stretch of coveted private beach. Enjoy observing the wildlife, including osprey, piping plover, and the occasional seal! Launch kayaks and paddle boards directly into the beautiful Long Island Sound. Live the resort life lounging by the fire pit at the water's edge. You will love to host friends and family on the deck and stone patio. Life doesn't get better than this!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Schiff

Sarah Harrower Realty License #RES.0801552 Listed on: 08/18/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie Sakey

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0783503

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $43,234

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,001 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Entertainment System
  • Built In Speakers
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Smart Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Windows

Parking

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Meadowside Elementary School
  • West Shore Middle School
  • Jonathan Law High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$43,234

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Fort Trumbull Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5001
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 5001
  • Total Sq Ft: 5001
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Commuter Bus, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Once in a lifetime opportunity to live on a private beach in sought after Fort Trumbull neighborhood. This classically elegant home boasts 10' ceilings on the main level and plenty of entertaining space. Enjoy all year round vacation. Home chefs may neve
  • Handicap Features: 32" Minimum Door Widths
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8159
  • Directions: Seaside Ave or Surf Ave to Shell Ave
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: mudroom laundry and laundry room 2nd fl
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Appliances, Built In Audio, Entertainment System, Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Hardie Board
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, L. I. Sound Frontage, Harbor, Beach
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Fireplace Insert, Generator, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2800
  • Lot Description: Dry, Water View, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: res

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 43234
  • Mil Rate Base: 27.650
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1202641

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Meadowside
  • Middle Jr High School: West Shore
  • High School: Jonathan Law

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2021
Closed on
Feb 9, 2022
Sold by
Schiff Neil F and Schiff Susan E
Bought by
Cross John J and Cross Meredith B
Seller's Agent
Susan Schiff
Sarah Harrower Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Sakey
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$3,425,000
Sold Price
$3,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-9.49%
Current Estimated Value
$3,397,167

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$297,167
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.97%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 15, 2016
Closed on
Jul 1, 2016
Sold by
Elstein Sandra H Est and Elstein
Bought by
Schiff Neil F and Schiff Susan E
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Wright
RE/MAX Right Choice
Buyer's Agent
Jackie Davis
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$600,000
-30.77%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.91%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1973
Bought by
Elstein Sandra H
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
Cross John J $3,100,000 None Available
Cross John J $3,100,000 None Available
Schiff Neil F $1,350,000 --
Schiff Neil F $1,350,000 --
Elstein Sandra H -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schiff Neil F $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/15/2022 02/15/22 Sold $3,100,000 -9.5% $620 / Sq Ft
01/31/2022 01/31/22 For Sale $3,425,000 0.0% $685 / Sq Ft
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Pending -- -- --
08/18/2021 08/18/21 For Sale $3,425,000 +153.7% $685 / Sq Ft
07/01/2016 07/01/16 Sold $1,350,000 -30.8% $532 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/09/2016 06/09/16 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2016 03/15/16 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $768 / 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 $54,795 $1,854,330 $859,320 $995,010
2024 $54,035 $1,854,330 $859,320 $995,010
2023 $49,817 $1,833,540 $859,320 $974,220
2022 $48,864 $1,833,540 $859,320 $974,220
2021 $43,234 $1,563,600 $746,200 $817,400
2020 $43,280 $1,563,600 $746,200 $817,400
2019 $44,875 $1,563,600 $746,200 $817,400
2018 $43,374 $1,563,600 $746,200 $817,400
2017 $20,737 $746,200 $746,200 $0
2016 $22,128 $794,830 $615,620 $179,210
2015 $22,160 $794,830 $615,620 $179,210
2014 $21,635 $794,830 $615,620 $179,210
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170430693

SmartMLS

APN: MILF-000027-000444-000008