32 Shell Avenue

Closed 10/15/18
Closed 10/15/18
A very short walk (2 houses down to the access walkway) to GORGEOUS FT TRUMBULL beach!
Sold
Last Sold Price
$525,000
4 beds3,000 sqft
32 Shell Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.12 acresLot Size
1927Year Built
$175/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Vacation all year round in this contemporary colonial in much sought-after Ft Trumbull Beach Area. Right across from the beach with access via walkway (just a few doors down). Many craftman details remain: moldings, balaster, french doors, picture framed floors, fireplace! Generously proportioned spaces, high ceilings, lots of windows offering light and vistas of the water! Palatial master suite with sleeping porch, double walk-in closets, lavish master bath and balcony/deck overlooking the water!...Vacation all year round in this contemporary colonial in much sought-after Ft Trumbull Beach Area. Right across from the beach with access via walkway (just a few doors down). Many craftman details remain: moldings, balaster, french doors, picture framed floors, fireplace! Generously proportioned spaces, high ceilings, lots of windows offering light and vistas of the water! Palatial master suite with sleeping porch, double walk-in closets, lavish master bath and balcony/deck overlooking the water! Tons of additional sleeping spaces for your family and friends! This portion of Shell Avenue is treelined, and offers larger lots and more privacy! Enjoy beach living but lower taxes and no flood insurance! PLUS walk to town green, shops, restaurants, library.
  • Listed by: Carol Cangiano 203.605.4480 carolcangiano@gmail.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 10/15/2018 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170058054

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 32 Shell Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,522 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New Haven County
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Concrete Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Fort Trumbull Beach
  • Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Owner
  • Directions: South Broad to Seaside Avenue to Shell Avenue.
  • Elementary School: Meadowside
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Jonathan Law
  • Latitude: 41.208763
  • Longitude: -73.05741
  • Middle Jr High School: West Shore
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Public Transportation
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $11,522
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Sidewalk
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 13
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Combination Liv/Din Rm,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Corian Counters,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Laundry Hookup,Pantry,Stall Shower
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Width: 4.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Dressing Room,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Hydro-Tub,Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4196
  • Handicap Features: Accessible Bath, Bath Grab Bars, Chair Lift, Hard/Low Nap Floors
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3070
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1202617
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3000.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3000.0
  • Zoning: R5
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 32 Shell Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 12, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641920571

$525,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/12/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641920571

$525,000

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

Public Records for 32 Shell Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$249,660Additions$243,270Total$492,930
Tax Record2024$14,566 ($1,214 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,070 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,070 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated1927ZoningR5CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNMLFD M:27 B:443 L:12

Schools near 32 Shell Avenue

This home is within Milford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Meadowside School
Public - K to 5
West Shore Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jonathan Law High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meadowside School
PublicK to 5

West Shore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jonathan Law High School
Public9 to 12

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: 32 Shell Avenue, Milford, CT 06460
$525,000
4
3,000
5,227
28 Shell Avenue, Milford, CT 06460
$1
4
2,333
–
989 East Broadway, Milford, CT 06460
$525,000
3
1,568
4,791
997 East Broadway, Milford, CT 06460
–
2
1
783
4,356
40 Shell Avenue, Milford, CT 06460
$644,000
4
2,599
7,405
18 Shell Avenue, Milford, CT 06460
–
3
2
1,380
6,534

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