265 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405

Off Market Jan 2019 for $2.6M

$4,318,806

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $17,920/mo

•

5,409

sq ft

265 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 06405

About this home

Lifestyle and Luxury meet the sea in this 4 bedroom waterfront home with panoramic views of the Thimble Islands. This home embraces its surrounding and is the epitome of seaside elegance. The interior is caressed with charm and character. The walls of windows bring in the light of illuminating ocean sunrises and by evening the living area is filled with picturesque evening sunsets. Continuing throughout the living space your senses are awarded with all the expected modern conveniences that are only fitting to a home of such grandiose splendor. The Kitchen is state of the art and features a French LaCanche Stove with center Island and Subzero refrigerator. With 5000 plus square feet of interior space, your lifestyle choices are endless. The master suite is amazing - accentuated by cathedral ceilings and adorned with high end amenities that include a spacious bath, steam shower and Jacuzzi. The fireplace and large dining area adds to the overall ambiance of this seaside home. Life style and luxury pour out into the lush side courtyard – wrap around decks take on spectacular water views making this home the envy of the most rich and famous. The indoor living area and the outdoor living space along with the location of this property magically intertwine to create the finest of the finest of luxurious seaside living. Welcome to wonderful.

This remarkable property was original built in 1999, the current owner in grand fashion decided to remodeled the whole structure in 2007 form the foundation - up , making this home simply glorious and structurally the best of the best.

Single-familyProperty Type

2007Year Built

0.41 acresLot Size

$798Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Vicky Welch • William Raveis Real Estate

Bought with Vicky Welch • William Raveis Real Estate

Source:Smart MLS #170053997

Redfin Estimate

$4,318,806

$1.6M since sold in January 2019$262K since August

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This home's estimate is 234.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$2,470,000
A
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SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$815,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,468 sq ft
8 Lomartra Ln, Branford, CT 06405
SOLD JAN 27, 2026
$2,075,000
C
3 beds3.5 baths5,262 sq ft
175 Pine Orchard Rd, Branford, CT 06405
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$810,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,052 sq ft
14 Cedrus Ct, Branford, CT 06405
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$820,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,372 sq ft
58 Featherbed Ln, Branford, CT 06405
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$750,000
F
3 beds3 baths2,436 sq ft
9 Howd Ave, Branford, CT 06405

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Market trends in 06405, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.1%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$490K

$75K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

108

3 MoM

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Sale history for 265 Thimble Island Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170053997

Jan 7, 2019

Sold

$2,675,000

$495/sq ft

Dec 10, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Oct 30, 2018

Contingent

—

Feb 27, 2018

Listed

$2,895,000

$535/sq ft

Smart MLS #N10066361

Sep 17, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Jul 24, 2015

Listed

$3,000,000

$555/sq ft

Smart MLS #99125236

Jul 20, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Nov 3, 2015

Listed

$3,850,000

$712/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 5, 2007

Sold

$1,737,500

$321/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 5, 2006

Sold

$2,320,000

$429/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9096247

Apr 27, 2006

Listed

$2,500,000

$462/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 8, 2001

Sold

$169,500

$31/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9060670

Sep 27, 2000

Listed

$1,695,000

$313/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 19, 1996

Sold

$525,000

$97/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$49,550

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2021

$49,550 (+1.8%)

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2020

$48,658 (+21.6%)

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2019

$40,021 (+1.5%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2018

$39,429 (+0.6%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2017

$39,195 (+3.9%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2016

$37,735 (+10.2%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2014

$34,243 (+2.5%)

$780,600 + $524,400

$1,305,000

2011

$33,395

$780,600 + $524,400

$1,305,000

Tax history for 265 Thimble Island Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$49,550

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2021

$49,550 (+1.8%)

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2020

$48,658 (+21.6%)

$840,600 + $841,900

$1,682,500

2019

$40,021 (+1.5%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2018

$39,429 (+0.6%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2017

$39,195 (+3.9%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2016

$37,735 (+10.2%)

$780,600 + $596,100

$1,376,700

2014

$34,243 (+2.5%)

$780,600 + $524,400

$1,305,000

2011

$33,395

$780,600 + $524,400

$1,305,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.41 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,409

Year built

1966

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Haven County

APN

1071243

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jan 24, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator, Open Floor Plan, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4

Room Information
Room Count: 9
Basement Description: Partial, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Grill, Gutters, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities

Lot Information
Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Other

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Frontage, L. I. Sound Frontage, Dock or Mooring
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 5409
Driveway Type: Paved

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,376,700

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Propane, Tankless Hotwater
Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant
Heat Fuel Type: Propane
Fuel Tank Location: In Ground

Location

School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: I-95 to Exit 56, south on Leetes Island Road to Thimble Island Road
Direct Waterfront
County: New Haven

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,409
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1071243

Home facts updated by county records on Jan 24, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1

Around this home

Schools

Francis Walsh Intermediate School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi

6/10

Branford High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

72% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

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Estimated sale price

$4.10M – $4.97M

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Home values near 265 Thimble Island Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
266 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1439 Sq. Ft.	$428,207
259 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3230 Sq. Ft.	$2,902,792

Address	Redfin Estimate
264 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1439 Sq. Ft.	$319,101
281 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$793,529

Address	Redfin Estimate
255 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2818 Sq. Ft.	$1,842,402
273 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$1,537,012

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