Write a great novel or just read one in this unique bungalow retreat. Walk to the deep, sandy beach just down the street from this charming, year-round, renovated beach cottage! Adjacent to acres of salt marsh and with a view of the Faulkner Island lighthouse, this 1930s getaway underwent a significant renovation in 2014 with a new foundation elevated to FEMA standards, new septic, new and raised roof, new HVAC and much more. Enter via a large (280 s.f.) screen porch which is sure to be the focus of rest and relaxation. The double height, open plan includes a living area with hardwood floors, a handsome, stone wood-burning fireplace, a well thought out kitchen with an island and a dining area. Two bedrooms and one full bath complete this level. A generous sized (672 s.f.) loft with clerestory windows offers the opportunity for multiple uses like overflow guests, office, den or studio. There is also an unfinished basement and an outdoor shower, perfect to rinse off the salt and sand before you watch the sun go down. Downtown Madison with its restaurants, shops, movie theater and bookstore is a five minute drive. NB: The 280 s.f. screen porch is not included the 1512 s.f. estimated by the town.
Sold for $806,000
$806,000
86 Beach Avenue, Madison, CT 06443
2beds
1,512sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$868,700 Zestimate®
$533/sqft
$2,624 Estimated rent
Home value
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$808,000 - $938,000
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Listed by:
The Margaret Muir Team,
Margaret Muir 203-415-9187,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-245-6700
Bought with:
Terry Morgan, REB.0790095
CT Realty Exchange, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24029895
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Liv/Din Rm
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
Living room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Loft
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 459 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 27
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,512
- Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,512
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None, Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 1153816
- Zoning: R-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2024 | Sold | $806,000+4%$533/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24029895 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2024 | Pending sale | $775,000$513/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24029895 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $775,000+520%$513/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24029895 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/1997 | Sold | $125,000+40.4%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/1995 | Sold | $89,000$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,685 +1.9% | $431,800 |
| 2024 | $9,500 +11.7% | $431,800 +52.1% |
| 2023 | $8,505 +1.9% | $283,800 |
| 2022 | $8,347 +1.9% | $283,800 |
| 2021 | $8,188 +1.8% | $283,800 |
| 2020 | $8,046 | $283,800 |
| 2019 | $8,046 +16.4% | $283,800 +15.1% |
| 2018 | $6,915 +2.7% | $246,600 |
| 2017 | $6,732 +3.1% | $246,600 |
| 2016 | $6,532 +2.8% | $246,600 |
| 2015 | $6,352 +2.7% | $246,600 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $6,184 +23.4% | $245,700 |
| 2013 | $5,010 +3.2% | $245,700 |
| 2012 | $4,857 +2.4% | $245,700 |
| 2010 | $4,744 +3.7% | $245,700 |
| 2009 | $4,575 +4.4% | $245,700 |
| 2008 | $4,383 +10.2% | $245,700 +44.3% |
| 2007 | $3,977 +4.8% | $170,300 |
| 2006 | $3,794 +5% | $170,300 |
| 2005 | $3,615 +11.1% | $170,300 |
| 2003 | $3,254 +25.8% | $170,300 +72.9% |
| 2001 | $2,587 | $98,500 |
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Neighborhood: 06443
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- 10/10J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Walter C. Polson Upper Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Daniel Hand High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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