NOT LISTED FOR SALE

117 Buffalo Bay Madison, CT 06443

Estimated Value: $3,352,000 - $4,239,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,310 Sq Ft
$885/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 21, 2024

Last sale price $4,400,000 $1,021 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,926/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School Rated A
  • Finished Attic
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of October 2024

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margaret Muir

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0485255 Listed on: 09/06/2024

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Margaret Muir

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0485255 Listed on: 09/06/2024

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $41,699

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 40,075 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property is zoned R-3

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,310 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • Circular Driveway

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Underground Utilities
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1153629

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$41,699

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0.92 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4310
  • Total Sq Ft: 4310
  • Year Built: 1920
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: SF does not include all of the finished 3rd floor space. Professional photos to follow.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 1 to Neck Road to left on Buffalo Bay, straight after tennis courts into 117 driveway (direct waterfront),
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Dedicated Room for laundry on 2nd floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Porch-Enclosed, Underground Utilities, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage Beach View Access
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Circular, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage And Parking: None, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.92
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Water View
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Parcel #: 1153629

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 41699

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2024
Closed on
Oct 17, 2024
Sold by
Patrick H Sisk Ret and Grace
Bought by
Maher Helen S
Seller's Agent
Margaret Muir
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Muir
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$4,100,000
Sold Price
$4,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$300,000
7.32%
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
$3,814,417

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$585,583
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2014
Sold by
Sisk Maureen M
Bought by
Maureen M Sisk Ret
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Maher Helen S $4,400,000 None Available
Maher Helen S $4,400,000 None Available
Maureen M Sisk Ret -- --
Patrick K Sisk Ret -- --
Patrick K Sisk Ret -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Patrick K Sisk Ret $1,200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/21/2024 10/21/24 Sold $4,400,000 +7.3% $1,021 / Sq Ft
09/23/2024 09/23/24 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2024 09/06/24 For Sale $4,100,000 -- $951 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $42,514 $1,895,400 $1,440,400 $455,000
2024 $41,699 $1,895,400 $1,440,400 $455,000
2023 $44,895 $1,498,000 $1,225,100 $272,900
2022 $44,056 $1,498,000 $1,225,100 $272,900
2021 $43,217 $1,498,000 $1,225,100 $272,900
2020 $45,400 $1,601,400 $1,328,500 $272,900
2019 $45,400 $1,601,400 $1,328,500 $272,900
2018 $48,958 $1,746,000 $1,405,100 $340,900
2017 $47,666 $1,746,000 $1,405,100 $340,900
2016 $46,252 $1,746,000 $1,405,100 $340,900
2015 $44,977 $1,746,000 $1,405,100 $340,900
2014 $45,422 $1,804,600 $1,437,000 $367,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24043405

SmartMLS

APN: MADI-000012-000000-000040

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