A rare blend of historic character and modern efficiency, this circa-1900 Branford Colonial is truly move-in ready. Originally built by Branford's Birbarie family and later purchased from the original owner's granddaughter, this quintessential New England farmhouse was extensively renovated in 2016/2017 for modern living while preserving its original charm. Set on approximately .50 acre with a private backyard, the home offers 1,360 square feet of living space, three bedrooms and two full baths. The inviting eat-in kitchen features built-in bench seating overlooking the backyard, deck and pergola, creating an easy connection to the outdoor living space. Energy-conscious upgrades include an owned 3.64 kW grid-tied solar PV system (2018), Level 2 EV charger, Energy Star windows (2014), high-efficiency heat pump water heater (2022), high-efficiency dual-source heat pump HVAC system (2025), air sealing and attic insulation with 28" blown fiberglass (2010), and closed-cell spray foam wall insulation (R-25). A 35' x 35' organic vegetable garden and native-plant wet meadow landscaping complement the property's thoughtful approach to sustainable living. Too many additional improvements to list here-a comprehensive list is available. Downtown Branford, New Haven and Yale are all just minutes away, with easy access to Route 1 and I-95. Branford Station offers Shore Line East rail service, while nearby New Haven Union Station provides Metro-North and Amtrak connections for convenient
travel to New York City and beyond. Beacon Hill Preserve and the historic Branford trolley corridor toward Short Beach are also within walking distance.
Branford Hills, located between Branford Center and North Branford, is a residential and wooded Branford Center neighborhood with rolling terrain and winding lanes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Route 80 (North Main Street) corridor near the Branford/North Branford line, where small plazas, local eateries, and everyday services set a low-key rhythm. Housing leans toward mid-century colonials and capes alongside newer builds tucked into the trees. Trail access and reservoir-edge scenery shape an outdoors-forward routine. Downtown Branford’s shoreline culture sits a short drive away, balancing hills-and-woods quiet with town-center energy.
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Market insights
9 Rose Hill Rd · $449,900
DAYS ON MARKET
51 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
101.8%
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LIST PRICE
$449,900
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Automatic garage door opener
Cable available
Thermostat(s)
Ceiling fans
Zoned cooling/heating
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range
Oven/range
Microwave
Range hood
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Laundry room on lower level
50-gallon electric hot water tank
Sump pump
Storage in basement
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Hot air heating
Electric and natural gas fuel options
Central air
Exterior features
Wrap-around porch
Front/back porch
Deck
Gutters
Garden area
Outdoor lighting
Treed, level yard
Home design
Single-family home
Frame construction
Blue exterior
Parking
Detached garage (2-car)
Paved, private asphalt driveway
Off-street parking
Driveway provides a total of 6 parking spaces
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Clapboard and asbestos siding
Block and stone foundation
Has attic with hatch access
Basement: full, unfinished, concrete floor, interior access, full with hatchway
Utilities
Public water connected
Public sewer connected
Other
Energy features include active solar, extra insulation, programmable thermostat, storm doors, and thermopane windows
Electricity and solar
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