NOT LISTED FOR SALE

96 Beckett Ave Branford, CT 06405

Estimated Value: $452,000 - $572,292

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,162 Sq Ft
$435/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 15, 2019

Last sale price $286,000 $246 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,193/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Water Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • Waterfront
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2019

SHORT BEACH--- You will feel at home in this vibrant beach community, living in a charming historic cottage with a southern exposure allowing good light all day long. Walk across the small neighborhood street to swim or kayak or just relax on the sandy beach. "The Sheridan," remodeled and updated in 1993, 2011 and 2019, provides a newer roof, furnace, hot water heater, central air; hardwood floors on the main level, and new masonry and fencing in the backyard. Enter the home into an open living/dining room with sliders to a wraparound deck in the private, fenced, backyard; there is a generous kitchen and a full bath with washer/dryer. The lovely open stairway to the second floor leads to a family room with vaulted ceiling, skylights, ceiling fan and sliders to a large porch with partial views of Long Island Sound. There are two bedrooms and a full bath on this level. The porch is a charming summer living space, with plenty of room for entertaining. Short Beach has sandy swimming beaches, two parks, restaurants, its own small post office, Yale Sailing Club and lots of charm. An easy commute to New Haven, 90 minutes to NYC. No flood insurance is required.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Collins

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761137 Listed on: 06/28/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven Miller

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0468686

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,887

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,162 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Water Views
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Recreation

  • Bocce Ball Court

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,887

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1162
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1162
  • Total Sq Ft: 1162
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Nearby Amenities: Bocci Court, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2338
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Route 142 (Shore Drive); left on Pentecost, left on Beckett. Blue house on the left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Wrap Around Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Water Community, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • 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

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0400
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: B

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 4887
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.070
  • Tax District Amount: 65
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1060623

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Aug 14, 2019
Sold by
Shanahan R
Bought by
Redlich Jane Z
Seller's Agent
Christine Collins
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steven Miller
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$286,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.04%
Current Estimated Value
$505,323

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$219,323
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.50%
Original Mortgage
$136,000
Outstanding Balance
$119,111
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$386,212

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2015
Sold by
Shanahan Richard
Bought by
Shanahan R and M Routt T J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 1986
Bought by
Shanahan R and J M Routt T
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
Redlich Jane Z $286,000 --
Shanahan R -- --
Shanahan R $88,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Redlich Jane Z $136,000
Previous Owner Shanahan R $166,500
Previous Owner Shanahan R $100,000
Previous Owner Shanahan R $95,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $286,000 -1.0% $246 / Sq Ft
07/07/2019 07/07/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $289,000 0.0% $249 / Sq Ft
05/05/2017 05/05/17 Rented $1,700 0.0% --
05/01/2017 05/01/17 Under Contract -- -- --
04/05/2017 04/05/17 For Rent $1,700 +3.0% --
09/30/2015 09/30/15 Rented $1,650 0.0% --
09/27/2015 09/27/15 Under Contract -- -- --
08/27/2015 08/27/15 For Rent $1,650 -- --
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 $6,388 $298,500 $122,800 $175,700
2024 $5,392 $176,900 $91,200 $85,700
2023 $5,288 $176,900 $91,200 $85,700
2022 $5,210 $176,900 $91,200 $85,700
2021 $5,210 $176,900 $91,200 $85,700
2020 $4,957 $171,400 $91,200 $80,200
2019 $4,887 $168,100 $83,000 $85,100
2018 $4,814 $168,100 $83,000 $85,100
2017 $4,786 $168,100 $83,000 $85,100
2016 $4,608 $168,100 $83,000 $85,100
2015 $4,527 $168,100 $83,000 $85,100
2014 -- $193,100 $111,900 $81,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170208680

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000011B-000004-000008