85 Cherry Hill Road - Branford, CT

$1,390,000

Beds

8.00

Baths

5,335

SqFt

3.07

Acres

Pricing Insight: Originally listed for $1,590,000, the price was last adjusted to $1,390,000 on July 5, 2026, a –$200,000 (12.6%) change, approximately 0 days ago. This property has been on the market for approximately 38 days.

85 Cherry Hill Road, Branford, CT is a 9-bed, 8-bath, 5,335 square foot home built in 1870 , featuring colonial architecture.

This home is within the Branford school district. Local, with nearby schools including Per Board of Ed.

MLS #: 24178819

Offered Price: $1,390,000

Residence Type: Single Family

Architectural Style: Colonial

Living Area: 5,335 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 3.07 Acres

Neighborhood: Cherry Hill

County: New Haven

Year Built: 1870

Design & Construction: Frame

Heating: Hot Water

Cooling: Ceiling Fans,Window Unit

Garage Spaces: 3

Price per Sq Ft as listed: $261

Estimated Tax: $17,691

Days on Market: 38

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9 Beds · 8 Baths · 5,335 Sq Ft

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Home Automation: Not specified

Energy Features: Not specified

Solar Contract: Not specified

Heating Fuel: Gas In Street

Fuel Type: Hot Water

Fuel Tank Location: Not specified

Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit

Hot Water System: Natural Gas, 30 Gallon Tank, Tankless Hotwater

Air Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Water Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Price per square foot: $261 / Sq. Ft.

Tax assessed value: $826,700

Estimated Tax: $17,691

Architectural Style: Colonial

Design & Construction: Frame

Residence Type: Single Family

Year Constructed: 1870

Living Area: 5,335 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 3.07 Acres

Fuel: Gas In Street

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Active Listings: 83

Average Price: $1,057,440

Average DOM: 38 days

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Steeped in rich local heritage, (circa 1870) this grand Colonial, was originally owned by the Hammer family, founders of MIF. This 15-room center hall Colonial offers over 5,000 square feet of living space with 9 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms, beautifully showcasing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. Architectural details define the home's main level, including a formal salon, a stately library with richly paneled walls, and a striking fireplace with dentil molding and marble surround. A spacious dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while the updated kitchen blends modern functionality with the home's timeless character. The second floor features generously sized bedrooms, with updated en-suite bathrooms, offering both comfort and privacy. The third floor presents a truly special feature an extraordinary Norwegian room, handcrafted by a Danish artisan and complete with two charming built-in beds, adding a rare architectural element. Just off the patio, the Garconniere guest house, added in 1948, offers additional private accommodations ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. The home is currently utilized as housing for vetted traveling nurses and medical professionals, the property presents exceptional versatility and potential income opportunity. Whether envisioned as a grand private residence, multigenerational estate, or investment property, this remarkable home offers combination of architectural distinction, space, and enduring legacy.

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Location Analysis:

Inland Branford location

Water Proximity:

No direct water access

Topography:

Standard terrain • 3.1 acres

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Risk Level: Low

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Amenity Access Summary

Dining & Café Access: Low to Moderate
Daily Services: Limited
Recreational Space: Limited Nearby

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Homes For Sale

$1,057,440

Average List Price

Mechanicals & Utilities: Hot Water • Gas In Street • Ceiling Fans,Window Unit • Public Water Connected water • 2 fireplaces

Exterior Features

Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding

Roof Type: Asphalt Shingle

Foundation: Stone

Driveway: Paved

Garage: Under House Garage,Driveway (3 car)

Parking: 10 Total

Utilities: Water: Public Water Connected

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