NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $519,000 - $619,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,672 Sq Ft
$328/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2023

Last sale price $515,000 $308 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,627/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

As of May 2023

Welcome home to 54 Riverside Drive! Meticulously maintained and updated 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath split level home in Blackstone Acres. Open floor plan, living room with fireplace & HW floors, dining room with french doors open to a lovely screen porch, 25x7 overlooking yard. Remodeled kitchen boasts stainless appliances, granite counters & skylight - plenty of natural light in this home!
The entry level has a foyer to welcome guests in with tile floor, den with half bath - access to both the garage and patio from den.
The upper level has 4 bedrooms, all with HW floors, - the primary has a full bath & walk in closet, family bath is a good size - access to storage area from upper level as well. Basement area with laundry also has plenty of storage room
Located on a cul-de-sac in an established neighborhood, this home offers a manicured yard with perennial gardens, charming patio with fire pit area - also sited on the Branford River, you have kayak or canoe accessat high tide! Flood Insurance is required Close to Branford Center, Community Hose, Train Station and Branford Point beach!

Last Listed By

Stephanie Dorman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0191019 Listed on: 03/11/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,629

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R4

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,672 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Partial Basement
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Gas Available at Street
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Blackstone Acres Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,629

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1672
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1672
  • Total Sq Ft: 1672
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3308
  • Directions: Main St. to Montowese St to Riverside Drive
  • 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: Access Via Hatch, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 54

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio, Porch-Screened, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: River
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Gas In Street
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 170

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5700
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, In Flood Zone
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R4

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 6629
  • Total Assessed Value: 225100
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 29.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1068007

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
Mar 11, 2023
Closed on
May 15, 2023
Sold by
Berardesca Frank J and Berardesca Gail P
Bought by
Palmer Matthew and Grinold Vanessa A
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Dorman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$459,900
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,100
11.98%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
78
Current Estimated Value
$548,018

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$33,018
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.34%
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Outstanding Balance
$308,470
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$240,559

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 1985
Bought by
Berardesca Frank J

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
Palmer Matthew $515,000 None Available
Berardesca Frank J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Palmer Matthew $315,000
Previous Owner Berardesca Frank J $81,000
Previous Owner Berardesca Frank J $65,000
Previous Owner Berardesca Frank J $70,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Sold $515,000 +12.0% $308 / Sq Ft
03/13/2023 03/13/23 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2023 03/11/23 For Sale $459,900 -- $275 / 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
2024 $6,892 $226,100 $114,200 $111,900
2023 $6,728 $225,100 $114,200 $110,900
2022 $6,629 $225,100 $114,200 $110,900
2021 $6,629 $225,100 $114,200 $110,900
2020 $6,510 $225,100 $114,200 $110,900
2019 $6,544 $225,100 $121,900 $103,200
2018 $6,447 $225,100 $121,900 $103,200
2017 $6,409 $225,100 $121,900 $103,200
2016 $6,170 $225,100 $121,900 $103,200
2015 $6,062 $225,100 $121,900 $103,200
2014 $6,027 $229,700 $121,900 $107,800
Source: Public Records

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170554543

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APN: BRAN-000007F-F000006-000004-000007