Welcome to your waterfront retreat on the Connecticut Shoreline! Nestled on Shore Drive, a charming, sidewalk lined beach community in Short Beach, this home offers breathtaking, unobstructed water views. Enjoy an open floor concept with combination dining and living room that seamlessly extends to the outside wraparound deck, providing an ideal setting for entertaining family & friends. The light-filled interior spaces include a recently updated kitchen featuring a farmhouse sink, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances which flows easily into the dining area. A newer gas fireplace and custom built shelving in the living room for those chilly New England months. An updated powder room rounds out this floor. The second floor provides generously sized bedrooms, with a master bedroom that comes complete with a private deck offering serene water views, creating the perfect space for relaxation and unwinding. The master bedroom is further enhanced by a spacious walk-in closet w/built-ins, full bath with dual sink vanity, combination jacuzzi tub/shower, and soaring cathedral ceilings w/exposed beams. A second full bath on this floor serves the additional bedrooms. The laundry room w/utility sink is conveniently located on the same level. Fabulous indoor and outdoor features, including a detached one car garage with attic storage. Natural gas, city water and city sewer. This is your opportunity to own your very own slice of heaven right here on the Connecticut Shoreline. Third bedroom offers built-in double Murphy beds than can also function as a desk/workstation. Lovely millwork including crown molding, transom windows, recessed lighting and plantation shutters throughout. An easy to access (exterior) crawl basement provides additional storage space for outdoor furniture or summertime "toys." LOW flood insurance, Seller pays only $1,372/year, and it's transferable.
Sold for $760,000 on 01/05/24
$760,000
284 Shore Drive, Branford, CT 06405
3beds
2,112sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$857,200 Zestimate®
$360/sqft
$5,145 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:19pm
Listed by:
Rose Ciardiello,
William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with:
Rose Ciardiello, RES.0798086
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170606526

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 23
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 16.5
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 16.5
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Combination Liv/Din Rm, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Combination Liv/Din Rm, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 21
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,112
- Total interior livable area: 2,112 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,112
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Sidewalk
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Water Community, Beach, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: In Flood Zone, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1060341
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground
Location
- Region: Branford
- Subdivision: Short Beach
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $65 annually
- Amenities included: Lake/Beach Access
Services availability

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