$750,000
SOLD MAY 5, 2023

98 Limewood Ave Branford, CT 06405

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,522 Sq Ft
3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$493 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean Front
  • Open Floorplan
  • No HOA
  • Beach Access
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of May 2023

Enjoy exclusive beach access, impressive water views, and ocean breeze on your expansive rooftop deck. Located on the picturesque shores of Branford, this tastefully remodeled beach house offers an exceptional living experience. The property features a ton of natural light & an airy layout w/ panoramic views of the Long Island Sound. The main living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen & dining areas. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & plenty of storage space for all your culinary needs. Right off the kitchen are the new stackable W/D & a renovated full bath. The 2nd floor primary bedroom is a true oasis, w/ a wall of windows overlooking the ocean, a good size closet & an adjacent remodeled bathroom. Another tastefully updated bedroom completes this floor. On the top floor, the 3rd bedroom w/ renovated half bath has access to the amazing rooftop deck, perfect for sunbathing, barbequing, or enjoying a cocktail as the sun sets over the shoreline. Walk across the street to the private Beach & enjoy the sand & sea. Kayaking, skim boarding & any other water sports, just steps from your front door. This incredible beach house is just a short drive from the charming town center of Branford, w/ shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Walking distance to Lenny’s, Bud’s Fish Market & Owenego Beach & Tennis Club. Whether you're looking for a serene retreat or a summer home for entertaining guests, this beach house has it all.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brigitte Richter

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0798198 Listed on: 03/19/2023

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Brigitte Richter

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0798198 Listed on: 03/19/2023

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,900

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Ocean Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Flat Tile Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,522 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Unpaved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot

Schools

  • Branford High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,900

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Indian Neck
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1522
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1522
  • Total Sq Ft: 1522
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2676
  • Directions: GPS friendly - Drive into driveway and park in the back of the house. 2 parking spots available
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Stacked W/D in closet off kitchen
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 98

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Porch, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Slab
  • Roof Information: Flat
  • Waterfront Description: Ocean Frontage, Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Unpaved
  • Driveway Type: Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ductless, Split System
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • 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

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0700
  • Lot Description: In Flood Zone, Water View, Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 8900
  • Total Assessed Value: 302200
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1068558

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Robinson Stephen B and Robinson Patricia
Bought by
Robinson Family Prop Llc
Current Estimated Value
$833,649

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2023
Closed on
May 5, 2023
Sold by
Yee Danny and Eisenbach Karen L
Bought by
Coury Edward J and Coury Carmen F
Seller's Agent
Brigitte Richter
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Brigitte Richter
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2019
Closed on
Dec 6, 2019
Sold by
Hekeler Ft and Hekeler
Bought by
Robinson Stephen B and Robinson Patricia
Seller's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Marci Palluzzi
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$400,340
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,660
-5.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.21%
Original Mortgage
$170,340
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2017
Closed on
Mar 16, 2018
Sold by
Kanter Robert D
Bought by
Yee Danny and Eisenbach Karen L
Seller's Agent
Byron Lazine
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nuala Griffin
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$456,500
Premium/Discount to List
$7,500
1.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.31%
Original Mortgage
$365,200
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2005
Sold by
Besley Robert and Gallagher Rachael
Bought by
Kanter Robert D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$359,600
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2003
Sold by
Darroch Lezlie R
Bought by
Besley Robert and Gallagher Rachaer

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1988
Sold by
Nathanson William S
Bought by
Bruno Joseph
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $750,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $750,000 None Available
Deed $400,340 None Available
Deed $400,340 None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $478,900 --
Warranty Deed $478,900 --
Warranty Deed $450,000 --
Warranty Deed $450,000 --
Deed $205,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $600,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $367,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $170,340 New Conventional
Previous Owner $365,200 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $326,793 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $359,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2023 12/18/23 Rented $4,400 -2.2% --
12/17/2023 12/17/23 Under Contract -- -- --
11/16/2023 11/16/23 For Rent $4,500 0.0% --
05/05/2023 05/05/23 Sold $750,000 0.0% $493 / Sq Ft
03/19/2023 03/19/23 For Sale $750,000 +87.3% $493 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $400,340 -5.8% $210 / Sq Ft
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2019 10/01/19 For Sale $425,000 -6.9% $223 / Sq Ft
03/16/2018 03/16/18 Sold $456,500 +1.7% $300 / Sq Ft
01/24/2018 01/24/18 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2017 10/31/17 For Sale $449,000 0.0% $295 / Sq Ft
02/21/2017 02/21/17 Rented $3,400 +21.4% --
02/19/2017 02/19/17 Under Contract -- -- --
12/11/2016 12/11/16 For Rent $2,800 0.0% --
02/01/2015 02/01/15 Rented $2,800 +1.8% --
01/18/2015 01/18/15 Under Contract -- -- --
12/11/2014 12/11/14 For Rent $2,750 -- --
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 $11,565 $540,400 $314,900 $225,500
2024 $9,229 $302,800 $174,000 $128,800
2023 $9,033 $302,200 $174,000 $128,200
2022 $8,900 $302,200 $174,000 $128,200
2021 $8,900 $302,200 $174,000 $128,200
2020 $8,740 $302,200 $174,000 $128,200
2019 $9,329 $320,900 $205,300 $115,600
2018 $9,191 $320,900 $205,300 $115,600
2017 $9,136 $320,900 $205,300 $115,600
2016 $8,796 $320,900 $205,300 $115,600
2015 $8,642 $320,900 $205,300 $115,600
2014 $8,630 $328,900 $217,400 $111,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170554505

SmartMLS

APN: BRAN-000010F-000013-000023