18 Second Avenue, Branford, CT 06405

Whether you're searching for a second home, ready to move up from a condo, looking to simplify with single-level living, or buying your first place, this charming ranch in the heart of Hotchkiss Grove checks every box. The location is truly unbeatable, offering both convenience & water views. As you arrive, you'll find a detached 1-car garage, patio with retractable awning, & an enclosed outdoor shower-perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach & keeping sand outside. The backyard is flat, & easy to maintain, making it ideal for entertaining. Inside, the home features a generously sized living room with a cozy fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with stone countertops, ample cabinetry & a convenient side entrance leading to the driveway. A bright & inviting family room addition with sliders & surrounded in windows, overlooks the backyard & fills the space with natural light. The layout offers privacy and comfort, with one bedroom and a full bathroom on one side, along with the primary suite w/ its en suite bath & laundry. Located within the sought-after private community of Hotchkiss Grove Association, residents enjoy access to over an acre of sandy beach, a boat launch, mooring rights, with sweeping views of Long Island Sound and the Thimble Islands. The neighborhood also hosts the beloved annual Hotchkiss Grove Days, a weekend filled w/ community fun. Best of all, no flood insurance is required. With the beach just a short walk away and easy access to the train! This is an estate therefore there are no disclosures outside of the lead. The home is being sold as is and is being sold completely furnished with all of the contents outside of a few personal items that the seller is taking and outside of a small side table. **water is OFF at the property ** The President of the Hotchkiss Grove Shore District - Betsy McMahon. The mill rate in Hotchkiss Grove is 0.1360 (x assessed value of the property). for the hotchkiss grove tax**