Wonderful updated Cape Cod home located in the Northford section of North Branford. Set back from the road, this adorable, 1,300+ sq ft home has 3 bedrooms (one on the main floor) a fully brand new kitchen & updated baths, and over looks North Branford's recreational area... just steps from the new police station. Nicely sized living room with bay window. The new kitchen with center island is open to the updated dining room, and a huge multi-level deck makes this home perfect for entertaining. Central air-conditioning. Full unfinished basement. The backyard is level & private, and borders on Water Co. property. Freshly painted throughout... This home is ready to have you move in and make some great memories.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Alison Gould• Gould Group LLC
Bought with Patrick Veale• RE/MAX RISE
Source:Smart MLS #24098406
Redfin Estimate
$444,017
$44K since sold in July 2025$1,000 since September
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Market trends in 06472, CT
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
105.8%
1.4% MoM
Median sale price
$560K
$242 MoM
Avg. days on market
22d
9 days MoM
Recently sold homes
16
6 MoM
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Sale history for 251 Forest Rd
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24098406
Jul 9, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2025
Sold
$400,000
$301/sq ft
Jun 4, 2025
Contingent
—
May 31, 2025
Listed
$410,000
$308/sq ft
May 24, 2025
Coming Soon
$410,000
$308/sq ft
Smart MLS #170016024
Oct 26, 2017
Sold
$190,000
$143/sq ft
Sep 23, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 18, 2017
Listed
$187,000
$140/sq ft
Located in Northford across from the Town of North Branford's new, improved and planned recreation facilities & park, this adorable Cape has just been refreshed and is in move-in ready condition! Brand new roof, fresh paint, newly cleaned carpets and other recent improvements make this a true winner. The main level features a living room with bay window and great view, large kitchen, dining room, bedroom and bath with washer & dryer (can be converted back to a full bath). The second floor with full shed dormer features two huge bedrooms and a full bath. Oversized multi level deck with outdoor fireplace. Thermopane windows. New well installed in 2016. Newer central air conditioning unit. This home is set back off the road on a private lot bordering water company property. It's ready to go! Don't delay -- the seller has priced this home well and it's going to sell quickly!
Public Records
Sep 5, 2002
Sold
$160,000
$120/sq ft
Smart MLS #N190896
Apr 19, 2002
Listed
$169,900
$128/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 7, 1991
Sold
$95,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,381 (+3.9%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2022
$4,217 (+0.3%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2021
$4,205 (+5.7%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2020
$3,979 (+0.4%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2019
$3,965 (+0.2%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2018
$3,957 (−0.4%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2017
$3,971 (+4.8%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2016
$3,790 (+5.0%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2014
$3,611 (+2.8%)
$64,600 + $56,100
$120,700
2011
$3,512
$64,600 + $56,100
$120,700
Tax history for 251 Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,381 (+3.9%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2022
$4,217 (+0.3%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2021
$4,205 (+5.7%)
$73,000 + $53,900
$126,900
2020
$3,979 (+0.4%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2019
$3,965 (+0.2%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2018
$3,957 (−0.4%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2017
$3,971 (+4.8%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2016
$3,790 (+5.0%)
$64,600 + $53,900
$118,500
2014
$3,611 (+2.8%)
$64,600 + $56,100
$120,700
2011
$3,512
$64,600 + $56,100
$120,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,331
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1273567
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 27, 2024.
Property details
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 5
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
In-Law Apartment: No
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Attic Description: Crawl Space, Access Via Hatch
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Rolling
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Above Ground Pool
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: beige
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1331
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $178,700
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
High School: North Branford
Elementary School: Jerome Harrison
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
Directions: House is located at 251 Forest Road aka Route 22
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,331
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1273567
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 27, 2024
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2
Around this home
Schools
Jerome Harrison School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.7mi
North Branford Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
North Branford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$422,000 – $511,000
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