This home is ideally located, beautifully designed, and pristinely maintained. Nestled between Long Island Sound and the charming Village of Madison, this hidden gem offers unparalleled privacy and modern luxury. Completely rebuilt in 2014, this 5-bedroom, 4, 400 sq. ft home boasts a light, bright and airy atmosphere with stunning ceiling heights and custom finishes throughout. This is not a cookie cutter home. If you love it, there is nothing else comparable. Each spacious bedroom features its own bathroom. There is a first-floor bedroom and full bath with private entry and attached living room, enabling first-floor living, or increased peace and privacy for in-laws or guests. The manicured grounds are unusually large for this sought-after location in Madison. The rear of the property offers right of way to land owned by the Madison Land Trust. There is also potential for an in-ground pool. There is an outdoor fireplace, custom-built pergola, and an Ipe deck off of the kitchen for outdoor dining. A two-car garage and large storage room add practical convenience. Water views from the bedroom. Just a stone's throw from Long Island Sound, in addition to East and West Wharf beaches, there is a little stretch of sandy beach at the end of Island Avenue where one can access the water. Walk to Madison's beloved downtown shops, bookstore, restaurants and town green. Then walk back home to your sanctuary!
Sold for $2,200,000
$2,200,000
85 Island Avenue, Madison, CT 06443
5beds
4,472sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
0.59 Acres Lot
$2,328,400 Zestimate®
$492/sqft
$7,401 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,328,400
$2.05M - $2.63M
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Outdoor fireplaceStunning ceiling heightsManicured groundsCustom-built pergola
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Listed by:
Cathy Lynch & Team,
Cathy Lynch 203-627-2331,
Coldwell Banker Realty 203-245-4700
Bought with:
Nikki Travaglino, RES.0755872
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24050921
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Main
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 342.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 18.1
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 209.07 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 20.7
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 22
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 22
Family room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 22
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 22
Study
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 81.81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 10.1
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
- Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,472
- Total interior livable area: 4,472 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,472
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1154810
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Golf, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2024 | Sold | $2,200,000-2.2%$492/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24050921 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2024 | Pending sale | $2,250,000$503/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050921 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000-7.9%$503/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050921 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2024 | Listing removed | $2,444,000$547/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24041587 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,444,000+384%$547/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24041587 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2011 | Sold | $505,000-15.8%$113/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9126736 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2011 | Price change | $600,000-4%$134/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Madison Office #M9126736 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2011 | Price change | $625,000-13.8%$140/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Madison Office #M9126736 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $725,000+125.2%$162/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage of CT #M9126736 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/1992 | Sold | $322,000$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,633 +2% | $1,098,200 |
| 2024 | $24,160 +12.9% | $1,098,200 +53.7% |
| 2023 | $21,408 +1.9% | $714,300 |
| 2022 | $21,008 +1.9% | $714,300 |
| 2021 | $20,608 +0% | $714,300 |
| 2020 | $20,608 +1.8% | $714,300 |
| 2019 | $20,250 +5% | $714,300 +3.9% |
| 2018 | $19,278 +2.7% | $687,500 |
| 2017 | $18,769 +3.1% | $687,500 |
| 2016 | $18,212 +14% | $687,500 +10.9% |
| 2015 | $15,969 -9.1% | $619,900 -11.2% |
| 2014 | $17,576 +23.4% | $698,300 |
| 2013 | $14,238 +3.1% | $698,300 |
| 2012 | $13,805 +2.4% | $698,300 |
| 2010 | $13,484 +3.7% | $698,300 0% |
| 2009 | $13,004 +4.4% | $698,400 |
| 2008 | $12,459 +24.9% | $698,400 +63.5% |
| 2007 | $9,973 +4.8% | $427,100 |
| 2006 | $9,516 +5% | $427,100 |
| 2005 | $9,067 +11.1% | $427,100 |
| 2003 | $8,162 +28.7% | $427,100 +76.8% |
| 2001 | $6,344 | $241,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Madison Center
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Walter C. Polson Upper Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 10/10Daniel Hand High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Daniel Hand
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 85 Island Avenue
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