Last Sold Price
9 beds10,105 sqft$129/sqft
265 Pine Orchard Rd, Branford, CT 06405

Description

Exquisite Pine Orchard home originally built in the late 1800s. Guests are welcomed into the first living room that features mahogany paneled walls and ceiling and a hand carved bar & detailed panel above the fireplace. The sun room has large windows that overlook the rear lawn & water views of LIS and detailed hand carved wood ceiling panels that were completed during the 80's when European wood workers lived at the home & worked in the wood shop on site. In 1927 the home was expanded to include...Exquisite Pine Orchard home originally built in the late 1800s. Guests are welcomed into the first living room that features mahogany paneled walls and ceiling and a hand carved bar & detailed panel above the fireplace. The sun room has large windows that overlook the rear lawn & water views of LIS and detailed hand carved wood ceiling panels that were completed during the 80's when European wood workers lived at the home & worked in the wood shop on site. In 1927 the home was expanded to include a gorgeous two story 50 x 25 entertaining hall that is now used as a living room and can easily accommodate large gatherings. This room features wood paneled walls, large fireplace and the "little sister of Woolsey Hall", a 1927 Skinner organ with 1500 pipes and it's own pipe room in the basement. Also located on the first floor is a wood paneled library with pocket doors & fireplace, a 28 x 16 dining room with detailed moldings and French doors which open to the outside slate patio and gazebo, an eat-in kitchen, study and mudroom. The professional kitchen features a 6 burner Blue-Star range with Zephyr hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. A working 1931 elevator provides access to the 2nd floor which has 6-9 bedrooms and 6 1/2 baths. A possible in-law apartment can be reconfigured in the original servants area which is located off of a second staircase. The master bedroom retreat features a fireplace, large master bath overlooking the water with a sauna.
LISTING CLOSED: 01/07/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Peter Cowie • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-500-4422 C: (203)-500-4422 pcowie@wpsir.com
  2. Listed by Nikki Travaglino • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-415-3053 C: (203)-415-3053 nikkitsellshomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 265 Pine Orchard Road

Status
MLS #
170120070
Days on Market
723
Taxes
$26,314 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
1.48 AC / 64,468 SF
Basement Description
Full, Unfinished, Heated, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Under House Garage
Swimming Pool
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Peter Cowie; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Nikki Travaglino

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Nikki Travaglino

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Building Information for 265 Pine Orchard Road

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size1.48 AC / 64,468 SF

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$8,801 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,608

Property Taxes

$2,193

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 265 Pine Orchard Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: Rt. 146 to Pine Orchard Road
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Branford
  • Latitude: 41.266792
  • Longitude: -72.778011
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Putting Green, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Other
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $26,314
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gazebo, Gutters, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Range Hood, Freezer, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiator, Steam
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Sauna, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Staff Quarters, Workshop
  • Room Count: 15
  • Rooms Total: 18
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Pantry,Remodeled,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 36.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 50.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 25.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Skylight,Steam/Sauna,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: brown
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone
  • Driveway Type: Private, Shared, Paved, Crushed Stone
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 18880
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Possible
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 10105
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 1069641
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 10105.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 10105.0
  • Zoning: NA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 265 Pine Orchard Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 4, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #688053877

$1,200,000
Jan 4, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1435949926

$1,200,000

+0.9% / yr

Jun 29, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #311855326

$1,100,000

-5.9% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/04/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #688053877

$1,200,000
01/04/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1435949926

$1,200,000

+0.9% / yr

06/29/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #311855326

$1,100,000

-5.9% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 265 Pine Orchard Road

Taxable ValueLand$607,900Additions$2,031,200Total$2,639,100
Tax Record2025$56,477 ($4,706 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt7,118 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,118 SqFtStories2Lot Size64,469 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2022Year Renovated2022CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNBRAN M:G09-000 B:010 L:00003

Schools near 265 Pine Orchard Road

This home is within Branford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Francis Walsh Intermediate School
Public5 to 8

Branford High School
Public9 to 12

Mary R. Tisko School
PublicPK to 4

John B. Sliney School
PublicPK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 265 Pine Orchard Road, Branford, CT 06405
$1,300,000
9
10,105
64,468
$100,000
7,405
$800,000
4
3.5
3,108
33,106
$730,000
3
2,509
14,810
3
2.5
2,104
42,253
32,234

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Peter Cowie; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Nikki Travaglino

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