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Property Description
Welcome to 296 Valley Shores Drive. Easy living in this 3-bedroom, 2 bath ranch style home in a water area community awaits! This property invites you in through the double front doors, impressive floor to ceiling brick fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and expansive back deck with access from living room, kitchen and primary bedroom. The charm doesn't stop with a lightly treed lot and babbling brook with views from the deck. The main level offers easy, one floor living, including a generous primary suite featuring a walk-in shower. The home also includes a finished lower level with its own private entrance; ideal for a play-space, multigenerational living, guest space, or private office. Parking is convenient and flexible with options to park in the driveway for easy front door access or use the under house 2 car garage. Take advantage of the nearby hiking trails, Guilford Lakes Golf Course, and association beaches. This home's location offers the opportunity to enjoy all that the Guilford community provides. The opportunities are endless. Whether you're looking to move right in, update to your own taste or renovate, this well-maintained property is ready to welcome it's next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 296 Valley Shores Dr
General
- Sold For: $525,000
- HOA FEE: $13/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24160582
- Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite, Stall Shower, Sliders, Wa, 14 x 13, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 10 x 10, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 10 x 10, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling, Beams, Fireplace, Wall/Wall Carpet, 18 x 13, Main
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Balcony/Deck, 14 x 13, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Vaulted Ceiling, Balcony/Deck, Sliders, Wall/Wall Carpet, 13 x 10, Main
- Game room: Yes
- Game Room: Rec/Play Room - Remodeled, Wall/Wall Carpet, 19 x 10, Lower
- Rec Room: Remodeled, Wall/Wall Carpet, 19 x 10, Lower
- Laundry: Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Shed, Deck, Gutters, Garden Area
- Color: Yellow
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Under House Garage, Paved, Driveway
Location
- County: New Haven
- Subdivision: Valley Shores
- Driving Directions: Church Street (Rt 77) North to Stepstone Hill Rd to Valley Shores Drive. House is in corner of Valley Shores.
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- Middle School: Per Board of Ed
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Guilford
Community
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Lake/Beach Access
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Heated, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walk-out, Liveable Space
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,732
- Above Ground: 1,332 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 400 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1974
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private, Paved
- Zoning: R-4
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Lightly Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Brook, Walk to Water, Beach Rights, Association Required, Water Community
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $150
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $274,050
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 999999999
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Schools
Schools serving 296 Valley Shores Dr
School District:Guilford School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Guilford Lakes School 40 Maupas Road, Guilford, CT 06437 | PK-4 | 0.2 mi |
E. C. Adams Middle School 233 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437 | 7-8 | 2.2 mi |
Guilford High School 605 New England Road, Guilford, CT 06437 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 296 Valley Shores Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/01/2026
Sold
$525,000
23.53%
MLS
3/20/2026
Listed
$425,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
296 Valley Shores Drive, Guilford, CT 06437 (MLS# 24160582) is a Single Family property that was sold at $525,000 on April 01, 2026. This property was listed by Claire Kilmer from our Madison Office.Want to learn more about 296 Valley Shores Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Guilford? You can browse all Guilford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


