$850,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

63 Circle Beach Rd Madison, CT 06443

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,037 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$820 Per Sq Ft

29% Below List Price

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Grass Island

About This Home

As of May 2025

Discover the charm of DIRECT WATERFRONT living with this circa 1940 cottage, perfectly situated on a .11-acre sandy beach along the shores of Long Island Sound. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this 1,000+ SF home offers a seamless blend of coastal charm and modern convenience, including mini split systems for heating and cooling. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas are designed to maximize the breathtaking water views, with vistas stretching to Faulkner's Island. The second-floor bedrooms provide a peaceful retreat, where the soothing sound of the waves lulls you to sleep. Step outside and enjoy your own private sandy beach, offering direct access to the water, perfect for swimming, kayaking, sunbathing, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings. For boating enthusiasts, the property includes a .16-acre parcel across the street, with a permitted deep-water dock; ideal for setting sail and exploring the Sound. Located in the heart of the Connecticut shoreline, this home is the perfect getaway to relax, unwind, and savor beachside living, while being just moments away from the vibrant community and amenities of Madison. Looking for a beach house, investment property... Don't miss the opportunity to make this waterfront oasis your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rose Ciardiello

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0798086 Listed on: 03/30/2025

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Rose Ciardiello

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0798086 Listed on: 03/30/2025

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,574

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property is zoned R-5

Parking

  • Parking Deck

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,037 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Daniel Hand High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Circle Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1153534

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,574

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1037
  • Total Sq Ft: 1037
  • Year Built: 1940
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Remarks Public Addendum: New 1,000 gallon septic tank installed in 2022. City water. No rental restrictions; house and dock can be rented out.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Boston Post Road/Route 1 Neck Road Ridgewood Ave to the end, turns into Circle Beach, to #631 (look for sign)
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room with washer & Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Piling
  • Roof Information: Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage Beach Dock or Mooring Water Community Access
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage And Parking: None

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Heat Pump, Split System
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Water View
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R-5
  • Parcel #: 1153534

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 6574

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2025
Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Jackson Mark E and Jackson Amy J
Bought by
Backes J C J and Backes Robin B
Seller's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$350,000
-29.17%
Views
184
Current Estimated Value
$848,369

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,631
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2000
Sold by
Childress Gary A and Childress Jacqueline B
Bought by
Jackson Mark E and Jackson Amy J
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $850,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $850,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $360,000 --
Warranty Deed $360,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $500,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $175,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $417,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $265,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $850,000 -15.0% $820 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $1,000,000 -16.7% $964 / Sq Ft
04/05/2025 04/05/25 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $1,157 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,702 $298,800 $242,100 $56,700
2024 $6,574 $298,800 $242,100 $56,700
2023 $8,952 $298,700 $247,700 $51,000
2022 $8,785 $298,700 $247,700 $51,000
2021 $4,908 $298,700 $247,700 $51,000
2020 $4,832 $298,700 $247,700 $51,000
2019 $1,486 $298,700 $247,700 $51,000
2018 $9,318 $332,300 $258,000 $74,300
2017 $7,883 $332,300 $258,000 $74,300
2016 $8,599 $324,600 $258,000 $66,600
2015 $8,362 $324,600 $258,000 $66,600
2014 $10,800 $429,100 $359,900 $69,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24084255

SmartMLS

APN: MADI-000006-000000-000020