540 Brainard Hill Rd, Higganum, CT 06441

Off market nov 2016 for $350K

$583,879

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,401/mo

•

2,415

sq ft

540 Brainard Hill Rd, Higganum, CT 06441

About this home

Rare Offering. The Giles Brainard House circa 1834. This historic home is set on 1.12 acres of manicured grounds, full of beautiful fruit trees, berry bushes, mature plantings & gardens, that will take you back to an earlier time. The main residence is the perfect blend of old & new, offering incredible period details throughout but with all of todays modern amenities. The main level features a parlor, formal living, & formal dining room, all with fireplaces, perfect for gatherings, holidays and entertaining. The east addition includes a newer kitchen, 1/2 bath, and family room ideal for daily living. The upper level offers a newer, spacious MBR Suite with it's own full bath. Down the hall are the original 2nd & 3rd bedrooms, another full bath and seperate dressing room. To complete this exquisite property is a custom built 3 bay outbuilding with full walk up loft offering unlimited potential for a workshop, home business, ect.. This is truly one of a kind and must be seen to appreciate!

Single-familyProperty Type

1834Year Built

1.12 acresLot Size

$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Jason Berardino • Berardino Co REALTORS

Listed by Jon Berardino • Berardino Co REALTORS

Bought with Lance Sigersmith • Re/Max Valley Shore

Source:Smart MLS #N10137917

Redfin Estimate

$583,879

$234K since sold in November 2016$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 3.7% lower than the average sale price ($606K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$625,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,695 sq ft
2 Timms Hill Rd, Haddam, CT 06438
SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$866,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,152 sq ft
29 Spencer Rd, Higganum, CT 06441
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$600,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,126 sq ft
20 Bartman Rd, Higganum, CT 06441
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$565,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,222 sq ft
369 Saybrook Rd, Higganum, CT 06441
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$574,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths3,167 sq ft
330 Candlewood Hill Rd, Higganum, CT 06441
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$407,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,644 sq ft
17 Valley Ridge Dr, Higganum, CT 06441

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Market trends in 06441, CT

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.7%

1.7% MoM

Median sale price

$502K

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$419,900
3 beds2 baths1,352 sq ft
26 Geromin Dr, Higganum, CT 06441
$689,900
2 beds2.5 baths2,448 sq ft
215 Chamberlain Hill Rd #3, Higganum, CT 06441
$499,900
4 beds2 baths1,779 sq ft
55 Burr Rd, Higganum, CT 06441
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Sale history for 540 Brainard Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,165 (+4.8%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2022

$8,748 (+0.5%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2021

$8,702 (+7.4%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2020

$8,105 (+0.2%)

$64,290 + $191,480

$255,770

2019

$8,090 (+2.8%)

$64,290 + $191,010

$255,300

2018

$7,869

$64,290 + $184,020

$248,310

2017

$7,869 (−5.2%)

$64,290 + $184,020

$248,310

2016

$8,304 (−4.0%)

$64,290 + $201,860

$266,150

2014

$8,650 (+4.8%)

$64,290 + $215,750

$280,040

2011

$8,256

$64,290 + $215,750

$280,040

Tax history for 540 Brainard Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,165 (+4.8%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2022

$8,748 (+0.5%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2021

$8,702 (+7.4%)

$57,260 + $213,320

$270,580

2020

$8,105 (+0.2%)

$64,290 + $191,480

$255,770

2019

$8,090 (+2.8%)

$64,290 + $191,010

$255,300

2018

$7,869

$64,290 + $184,020

$248,310

2017

$7,869 (−5.2%)

$64,290 + $184,020

$248,310

2016

$8,304 (−4.0%)

$64,290 + $201,860

$266,150

2014

$8,650 (+4.8%)

$64,290 + $215,750

$280,040

2011

$8,256

$64,290 + $215,750

$280,040

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.12 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,360

Year built

1834

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

990316

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 3

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Location: First Floor
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 4
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Basement Description: Partial
Has Attic
Attic Description: Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Barn, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Patio, Porch, Storage Building

Lot Information
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level Lot

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Property Info: Horse Property
Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $266,150

Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Baseboard
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground

Location

School Information
High School: Haddam-Killingworth
Elementary School: PBOE

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Saybrook Rd to Candlewood Hill to Brainard Hill
County: Middlesex

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,360
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1834
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 990316

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1

Around this home

Schools

Burr District Elementary School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 3.4mi

9/10

Haddam-Killingworth Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi

7/10

Haddam-Killingworth High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk 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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

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

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Historical weather

Higganum, CT • 06441

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$555,000 – $672,000

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530 Brainard Hill Road, Higganum, CT 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1251 Sq. Ft.	$373,563
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