Rare opportunity to own a Nantucket-style coastal retreat on coveted Middle Beach Road in Madison. Just moments from East Wharf Beach and downtown, this distinctive property offers timeless shoreline charm, a huge porch, breathtaking tidal marsh views, and glimpses of Long Island Sound from the second floor. Filled with character and reminiscent of a 1920s seaside cottage, the sun-filled main house features iconic fir floors, generous living spaces, and abundant natural light. The spacious 26' x 13' living room is ideal for entertaining, while the private 17' x 10' family room provides a cozy retreat. A first-floor bedroom and adjacent full bath offer flexibility for guests or single-level living. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a walk-up attic for storage. Adding exceptional versatility is the detached carriage guest house, built in 2012. This charming space features vaulted ceilings, built-in cabinetry and bookshelves, a trundle bed, a beautifully remodeled full bath, and a delightful kitchen with granite countertops and a breakfast bar.The expansive deck overlooks a stunning tidal marsh and winding serpentine river, creating a spectacular setting for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying coastal wildlife. Ospreys, egrets, and other shorebirds are frequent visitors.Ideal as a year-round residence, vacation home, investment property, or multi-generational retreat, this exceptional shoreline offering captures the best of Madison's coastal lifestyle.
For sale
$2,150,000
153 Middle Beach Road, Madison, CT 06443
4beds
2,251sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.7 Acres Lot
$2,149,000 Zestimate®
$955/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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- 1,246 |
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Listed by:
Sheila Tinn Murphy (203)915-7530,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 203-245-3100
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24164243
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Softwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 281.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 26.8
Bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Softwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 179.58 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 14.6
Bedroom
- Features: Softwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom
- Features: Softwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
- Level: Main
- Area: 49.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.4
Dining room
- Features: Softwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 239.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 17.2
Family room
- Features: Softwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 174.73 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 17.3
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Dining Area, Softwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 161 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 17.5
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Softwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 341.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 26.1
Other
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 738 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 41
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, In-Law Floorplan
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,251
- Total interior livable area: 2,251 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,251
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
- Features: Level, In Flood Zone
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 1154157
- Zoning: R-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Madison
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $955/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,282,900
- Annual tax amount: $28,775
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
Estimated market value
$2,149,000
$2.04M - $2.26M
$3,841/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $18,000-10%$8/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $20,000+433.3%$9/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Listing removed | $2,400,000$1,066/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000$1,066/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $2,400,000$1,066/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000+74.5%$1,066/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/18/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,750$2/sqft |
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| 5/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,750+1.4%$2/sqft |
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| 6/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/15/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,700+15.6%$2/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/5/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,200+10.3%$1/sqft |
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| 5/6/2020 | Listing removed | $2,900$1/sqft |
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| 3/9/2020 | Price change | $2,900-81.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/9/2020 | Listed for rent | $16,000+451.7%$7/sqft |
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| 5/25/2019 | Listing removed | $2,900$1/sqft |
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| 2/27/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,900-80.7%$1/sqft |
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| 9/30/2014 | Listing removed | $15,000$7/sqft |
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| 6/10/2014 | Price change | $15,000+500%$7/sqft |
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| 5/26/2014 | Price change | $2,500-7.4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/16/2013 | Price change | $2,700-10%$1/sqft |
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| 5/28/2013 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
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| 6/17/2009 | Sold | $1,375,000-34.5%$611/sqft |
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| 10/26/2005 | Sold | $2,100,000+276.3%$933/sqft |
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| 10/3/2000 | Sold | $558,000$248/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,775 +2% | $1,282,900 |
| 2024 | $28,224 +4.9% | $1,282,900 +42.9% |
| 2023 | $26,904 +1.9% | $897,700 |
| 2022 | $26,401 +1.9% | $897,700 |
| 2021 | $25,899 +0% | $897,700 |
| 2020 | $25,899 +1.8% | $897,700 |
| 2019 | $25,450 -17.6% | $897,700 -18.5% |
| 2018 | $30,897 +2.7% | $1,101,900 |
| 2017 | $30,082 +3.1% | $1,101,900 |
| 2016 | $29,189 +2.8% | $1,101,900 |
| 2015 | $28,385 +16.3% | $1,101,900 +13.6% |
| 2014 | $24,405 +23.4% | $969,600 |
| 2013 | $19,770 +3.1% | $969,600 |
| 2012 | $19,169 +2.4% | $969,600 |
| 2010 | $18,723 +3.8% | $969,600 +0.1% |
| 2009 | $18,041 +4.4% | $968,900 |
| 2008 | $17,285 +28.7% | $968,900 +68.4% |
| 2007 | $13,431 +4.8% | $575,200 |
| 2006 | $12,815 +8% | $575,200 +2.9% |
| 2005 | $11,863 +25.9% | $558,800 +13.3% |
| 2003 | $9,423 +54.1% | $493,100 +111.7% |
| 2001 | $6,116 | $232,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Madison Center
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 2.2 mi
- 9/10Walter C. Polson Upper Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10Daniel Hand High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Daniel Hand
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- Connecticut
- New Haven County
- Madison
- 06443
- Madison Center
- 153 Middle Beach Road
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