Set back from the road on a level lot in a friendly, welcoming neighborhood, this charming home combines thoughtful updates, flexible living space, and an exceptionally convenient location. The versatile floor plan can be configured for three or four bedrooms, making it easy to adapt the home to your needs. With a kitchen updated in 2023, a first-floor bathroom updated in 2026, and hardwood floors resurfaced in 2026, the home is move-in ready while still offering an opportunity to add your own finishing touches. In addition, a welcoming living room with a granite fireplace creates a comfortable gathering space, while the large dining room is ideal for entertaining and everyday meals. The large flat lot and spacious deck provide plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, play, or future possibilities Not to be missed is the extra space and possibilities offered by a detached two-car garage - featuring two additional rooms perfect for a workshop, work out area or simply extra storage. Public water and sewers add everyday convenience, and the 200-amp electrical service was added in 2018 to support modern power demands. Best of all, Short Beach is within walking distance, while shopping is about two minutes away, I-95 is approximately a five-minute drive, and downtown New Haven is about 15 minutes away, for easy commuting. Relax on back deck, or by firepit and take a beautiful walk to waterfront and dining anytime you desire from the amazing opportunity!
Come see the comfort, flexibility, and convenient lifestyle this inviting home has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$291Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amanda Popplewell Pena• Coldwell Banker Realty
Short Beach, located between Farm River State Park and Lighthouse Point Park, is a coastal and residential East Haven neighborhood with a rocky shoreline and pocket beaches. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Short Beach Road and Dutton Avenue area, where corner markets, takeout counters, and seasonal shoreline foot traffic set an unhurried rhythm. Low-slung capes and beach cottages mix with newer rebuilds on narrow lanes that bend toward the water. Shoreline access points and small greens shape daily routines around walks, paddling, and sunset views. The Short Beach Association and its community hall anchor local events and civic life. Salt air, stone seawalls, and marsh edges give the streetscape a distinctly shoreline feel.
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Market insights
206 Alps Rd · $489,900
DAYS ON MARKET
51 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.8%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$489,900
Median sale price in this area is $449,071. (8% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Auto garage door opener
Cable pre-wired
One fireplace
Ceiling fans
Window unit(s)
Thermopane windows
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bath
1 half bath
Kitchen
Electric range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Laundry & utility
Laundry hookups on main level
Additional laundry area in lower level
Heating & cooling
Hot water heat (oil-fired)
Ceiling fans
Window unit(s)
Electric hot water
Exterior features
Deck
Gutters
Garden area
Stone wall
Walkable to water
Level lot
Home design
Single-family home
Yellow exterior
Parking
Detached garage
2-car garage
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Vinyl siding
Frame construction
Block and concrete foundation
Utilities
Public water connected
Public sewer connected
Oil tank in basement
Electricity and solar
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3 Br cape on large level lot offers first floor family rm w/beautiful stony creek granite fp, 1.5 Baths. With a little updating and imagingation this could be a great home. Property sold "as is"
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$5,442
$71,200 + $113,600
$184,800
2021
$5,442 (+1.8%)
$71,200 + $113,600
$184,800
2020
$5,344
$71,200 + $113,600
$184,800
2019
$5,340 (+1.5%)
$71,200 + $112,500
$183,700
2018
$5,261 (+0.6%)
$71,200 + $112,500
$183,700
2017
$5,230 (+3.9%)
$71,200 + $112,500
$183,700
2016
$5,035 (+6.9%)
$71,200 + $112,500
$183,700
2014
$4,710 (+2.5%)
$71,200 + $108,300
$179,500
2011
$4,593
$71,200 + $108,300
$179,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,681
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,681
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1060238
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
Historical weather
Branford, CT • 06405
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 25% for direct sun exposure in Branford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 206 Alps Rd
$490,808
$908 over list price of $490K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $379K to $575K.