$1,200,000
SOLD AUG 4, 2025

78 Limewood Ave Branford, CT 06405

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,776 Sq Ft
1.85 Acres

Recently Sold

$432 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

114 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • 1.85 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 3 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2025

Waterfront - Beachside Estates - Indian Neck- The Beach home you've been waiting for...No need for summer vacations... Set in a private 6 Home enclave with exclusive 150 feet of private Sandy beach. Enjoy unobstructed South facing water views and Northern views over several acres of protected wildlife area. Set on 1.85 acres this 3276 sf. Sun filled Colonial will not disappoint you; built in 1989 with high end materials and appliances offering many options to a potential buyer either as a year-round Beach home or a summer weekend getaway. Features are endless, but a few are family room with fireplace, sliders to south facing deck and elevator to primary BR, Library/ Study with FP, Chefs' kitchen with Subzero, breakfast room & screened in porch. Primary Bed Rm Suite with cathedral ceilings & fireplace, guest bedroom with cathedral ceiling and exposed beams. Lower-level finished area with a separate entrance, full bath, kitchenette and sauna offers possible in-law or entertainment room. Power outages not to worry; a Whole House generator will keep you humming along... Oversized 2 car garage with plenty of storage completes this wonderful opportunity... Conveniently located to Yale, train and only 45 minutes to Bradley International Airport... A must see for Shoreline enthusiasts. More photos to come...

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Piscitelli

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0542931 Listed on: 04/12/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

John Guarino

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0800672

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

  • $15,181

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 1.85 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,776 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

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

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Bathroom
  • Exterior Wheelchair Lift
  • Chairlift

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

  • John B. Sliney Elementary School
  • Francis Walsh Middle School
  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1068627

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,181

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Indian Neck
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2776
  • Total Sq Ft: 2776
  • Year Built: 1989
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: LOWER,ENTRY
  • Handicap Features: Accessible Bath, Chair Lift
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 2776
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Interior Access, Walk-out, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Steam/Sauna
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 78

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle Gable
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights Water Community View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Under House Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 175

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association

Schools

  • Elementary School: John B. Sliney
  • Middle School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.85
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Water View
  • Zoning: R2
  • Parcel #: 1068627

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 15181
  • Total Assessed Value: 709400
  • Mil Rate Total: 21.4

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: John B. Sliney
  • Middle Jr High School: Francis Walsh
  • High School: Branford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Canosa Albert A
Bought by
Mcinerney Lori
Seller's Agent
Joseph Piscitelli
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vicky Welch
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,327,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$127,000
-9.57%
Views
176

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 1997
Sold by
Gollinger James A
Bought by
Canosa Albert A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 1991
Sold by
Derby Svg Bk
Bought by
Gollinger James A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
8.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 1991
Sold by
Hennessey James D
Bought by
Derby Svg Bk
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,200,000 --
Warranty Deed $415,000 --
Warranty Deed $415,000 --
Warranty Deed $475,000 --
Foreclosure Deed $431,045 --
Foreclosure Deed $431,045 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $500,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $348,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $350,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Sold $1,200,000 0.0% $432 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $1,200,000 -9.6% $432 / Sq Ft
04/12/2025 04/12/25 For Sale $1,327,000 -- $478 / 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 $15,181 $709,400 $316,900 $392,500
2024 $14,283 $468,600 $238,500 $230,100
2023 $14,006 $468,600 $238,500 $230,100
2022 $13,800 $468,600 $238,500 $230,100
2021 $13,697 $465,100 $238,500 $226,600
2020 $13,451 $465,100 $238,500 $226,600
2019 $13,241 $455,500 $225,200 $230,300
2018 $13,046 $455,500 $225,200 $230,300
2017 $12,968 $455,500 $225,200 $230,300
2016 $12,485 $455,500 $225,200 $230,300
2015 $12,267 $455,500 $225,200 $230,300
2014 $12,102 $461,200 $238,500 $222,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24085293

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000010F-000014-000001-000003