117 Buffalo Bay Road

Madison, CT 06443

$4,400,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,310 Sq. Ft.
$1,021 / Sq. Ft.
4,310
Sq. Ft.
$1,021
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 10/21/24

Closed 10/21/24

a view of a city

Description

Fixed in time, the Shore Colony at Buffalo Bay has been the treasured "happy place" for only a few lucky families. Developed in 1910 and sited on 12 acres overlooking a private half moon bay with a deep sandy beach and a small number of classic wood shingled homes offering space and privacy. 117 Buffalo Bay is a gracious, year round, direct waterfront with approximately 5000 s.f. of finished living space on three floors. The home has been lovingly maintained and updated by the same family for over...Fixed in time, the Shore Colony at Buffalo Bay has been the treasured "happy place" for only a few lucky families. Developed in 1910 and sited on 12 acres overlooking a private half moon bay with a deep sandy beach and a small number of classic wood shingled homes offering space and privacy. 117 Buffalo Bay is a gracious, year round, direct waterfront with approximately 5000 s.f. of finished living space on three floors. The home has been lovingly maintained and updated by the same family for over 50 years. Blessed with sunrise and sunset views and Faulkner Island in the distance, the LR (26' x19') with a wood burning fireplace and the DR (20' x 15') have access to both a screened and a covered porch overlooking the Sound. The kitchen has recently been completely redone and will please any chef. On the second floor are 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. The primary bedroom (18' x23') with windows on three sides has a newly remodeled ensuite bath with 2 sinks, a tub and a shower in addition to extensive closet space and built-ins. The third floor will be the joy of young and old alike. In addition to a bunk room with a full bath, there's a living area, office & an art room. The elevation of the house substantially exceeds FEMA standards so no flood insurance is required. Association amenities include a tennis court. Madison with its restaurants, movie theater & bookstore, which seem a million miles away from this very special enclave, actually only a 7 minute drive.
  1. Listed by Margaret Muir • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-415-9187 C: (203)-415-9187 mmuir@wpsir.com

Property Details for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

Basement Description
Partial
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
None, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/21/2024 06:23 PM

Property Details for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24043405
Days on Market6
Taxes$41,699 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
CountyNew Haven County

Building Information for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.92 AC / 40,075 SF

Property Information for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 1 to Neck Road to left on Buffalo Bay, straight after tennis courts into 117 driveway (direct waterfront),
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.267835
  • Longitude: -72.637169
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 6
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $41,699
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Porch-Enclosed, Underground Utilities, Porch
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach, View, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Dedicated Room for laundry on 2nd floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Book Shelves,Fireplace,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Dining Area,Island,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Dark Brown shingle
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 1153629
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4310.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4310.0
  • Zoning: R-3
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 11
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 12
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101
Unit 13
  • Listing Key: 20EE2AE4E21F0BF7E063D501100A2101

Property History for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 117 Buffalo Bay Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,440,400Additions$455,000Total$1,895,400
Tax Record2023$41,699 ($3,475 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,310 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,310 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,075 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR-3CountyNEW HAVENAPNMADI M:12 B:40

Schools near 117 Buffalo Bay Road

This home is within Madison School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Island Avenue Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Daniel Hand High School
Public - 9 to 12
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
Public - K to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Island Avenue Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public6 to 8

Daniel Hand High School
Public9 to 12

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
PublicK to 3

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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