Architecturally stunning, with solar electric power, and situated on one of the highest points in Madison. With unobstructed views of LI and LI Sound, this nearly 5000 sf 5 BR Classic gem offers the best of traditional Shingle Style with tasteful amenities & modern luxury throughout. Designed by architect John Parker and constructed by premier builder Jonathan Howey, the dramatic main level offers a beautiful foyer & a 2 story living space with clerestory natural lighting, open to an expansive custom kitchen complete with island and raised pewter countertop seating. Two private dedicated office/den spaces & a gracious formal DR complete the main level. Step out to enjoy the view from an extensive IPE deck that runs most of the length of the house. Up a gracious staircase, the 2nd level provides 5 bedrooms & 3 are en-suite. (5.2 baths total). The private primary BR offers a large walk in closet, gas fireplace, balcony & luxury bath with jetted tub. Four additional bedrooms are bright & generous in size. Nearly 2000 add’l finished sf on the walk-out lower level include a wine cellar, exercise room & full bath. French doors to a private patio w/outdoor shower. A circular driveway, mature landscaping & a feeling of being in a private tree top oasis, only 3 minute drive to convenient daily shopping. Ideally located near Rte 80 for easy access to New Haven and 30 minutes to Middletown yet part of wonderful Madison w/sandy beaches & a much sought after lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
1.8 acresLot Size
$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Margaret Muir• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Anne Degregorio• Press/Cuozzo Realtors
Source:Smart MLS #170592639
Redfin Estimate
$1,665,685
$66K since sold in June 2024$2,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 17.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.42M) of 6 comparable homes.
If you are seeking a private, architecturally stunning home, with 5 bedrooms and 5.2 baths on close to 2 acres of land, look no further. Designed by John Parker and built in 2006 by Fence Creek Builders, no expense was spared. The main level hosts: massive 2 story Family room (with wet bar), chef's kitchen with granite counters, a pewter counter top on the island, Sub Zero and Viking appliances, custom cabinetry, a dedicated office with dark cherry built-in cabinets, an oversized Dining Room, a Music Room with french doors to the extensive ipe deck with distant views of Long Island Sound. The 2nd floor has 5 bedrooms, 3 are ensuite. The inviting Master has a large walk in closet, gas fireplace, a balcony and a full bath with a jet tub and natural stone accents. The other 4 bedrooms are gracious in size and with plenty of natural light. The lower level of the home is the kid paradise; bonus room with gas fireplace, & built-ins, full bath, walkout to a patio (with outdoor shower), gym, and temperature controlled wine cellar. Professionally landscaped, with a circular driveway and stone bridge, this is the type of home one dreams of.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,184 (+1.9%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2022
$21,769 (+1.9%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2021
$21,355 (+1.8%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2020
$20,985
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2019
$20,985 (+3.7%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2018
$20,245 (+2.7%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2017
$19,711 (+3.1%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2016
$19,126 (−37.1%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2014
$30,410 (+46.4%)
$131,300 + $1,076,900
$1,208,200
2010
$20,773
$181,700 + $837,100
$1,018,800
Tax history for 51 Buck Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,184 (+1.9%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2022
$21,769 (+1.9%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2021
$21,355 (+1.8%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2020
$20,985
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2019
$20,985 (+3.7%)
$114,200 + $626,000
$740,200
2018
$20,245 (+2.7%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2017
$19,711 (+3.1%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2016
$19,126 (−37.1%)
$131,300 + $590,700
$722,000
2014
$30,410 (+46.4%)
$131,300 + $1,076,900
$1,208,200
2010
$20,773
$181,700 + $837,100
$1,018,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,994
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1160437
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 3
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (Half): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Wine Cellar
Room Count: 12
Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Full With Walk-Out