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$1,390,000
Est. payment /mo
9 Beds
8 Baths
5,335 SqFt
Price Dropped by $200K
85 Cherry Hill Road Branford, CT 06405
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,335 sqft
Price per Sqft $260
MLS Listing ID 24178819
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1870
Annual Tax Amount $17,691
Lot Size 3.070 Acres
Property Description
Steeped in rich local heritage, (circa 1870) this grand Colonial, was originally owned by the Hammer family, founders of MIF. This 15-room center hall Colonial offers over 5,000 square feet of living space with 9 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms, beautifully showcasing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. Architectural details define the home's main level, including a formal salon, a stately library with richly paneled walls, and a striking fireplace with dentil molding and marble surround. A spacious dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while the updated kitchen blends modern functionality with the home's timeless character. The second floor features generously sized bedrooms, with updated en-suite bathrooms, offering both comfort and privacy. The third floor presents a truly special feature an extraordinary Norwegian room, handcrafted by a Danish artisan and complete with two charming built-in beds, adding a rare architectural element. Just off the patio, the Garconniere guest house, added in 1948, offers additional private accommodations ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. The home is currently utilized as housing for vetted traveling nurses and medical professionals, the property presents exceptional versatility and potential income opportunity. Whether envisioned as a grand private residence, multigenerational estate, or investment property, this remarkable home offers combination of architectural distinction, space, and enduring legacy.
Location
State CT
County New Haven
Zoning r-5
Rooms
Basement Full, Full With Walk-Out
Interior
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
Fireplaces Number 2
Exterior
Parking Features Under House Garage, Driveway
Garage Spaces 3.0
Waterfront Description Not Applicable
Roof Type Asphalt Shingle
Building
Lot Description Lightly Wooded, Treed, Level Lot
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer Connected
Water Public Water Connected
Schools
Elementary Schools Per Board Of Ed
High Schools Per Board Of Ed
Listed by Lisa Liscio • Century 21 AllPoints Realty
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
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