81 Colonial Rd

Madison, CT 06443

$715,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,986 Sq. Ft.
$360 / Sq. Ft.
1,986
Sq. Ft.
$360
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/18/25
Closed 6/18/25
front view of a house with a yard

Description

Move right in to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Saltbox Colonial offering over 2,600 sq. ft. of stylish living space, just minutes from town and beaches. Set on 1.63 lightly wooded acres, the property backs up to land trust and 33 acres of Cockaponsett State Forest, with seasonal views of Madison Lakes to the east. Designer touches throughout include walnut-stained wide board floors on the main level, an open floor plan, and an eat-in kitchen featuring Carrara marble countertops,...Move right in to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Saltbox Colonial offering over 2,600 sq. ft. of stylish living space, just minutes from town and beaches. Set on 1.63 lightly wooded acres, the property backs up to land trust and 33 acres of Cockaponsett State Forest, with seasonal views of Madison Lakes to the east. Designer touches throughout include walnut-stained wide board floors on the main level, an open floor plan, and an eat-in kitchen featuring Carrara marble countertops, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, a large walk-in pantry, and additional cabinet pantry space with access to the back deck. Gather and entertain with ease in the open-concept dining room, living room with gas fireplace, and family room with a second gas fireplace - all flowing seamlessly together. A spacious foyer and updated powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite and three additional bedrooms all feature walnut-stained hardwood floors. Renovated marble baths and convenient upstairs laundry hookups add to the appeal. The finished walk-out lower level offers flexible space perfect for a playroom, office, or additional living area. Additional updates include replacement vinyl windows, a newer central air unit, and, most recently, a new furnace and hot water heater. A 2-car attached garage and serene natural setting make this a truly move-in-ready home!
  1. Listed by Willard R Finkle • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (203)-506-7300 C: (203)-506-7300 willard.finkle@gmail.com

Property Details for 81 Colonial Road

Basement Description
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
05-05-2025
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/19/2025 11:19 AM

Property Details for 81 Colonial Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24091337
Days on Market7
Taxes$8,692 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1974
Lot Size1.63 AC / 71,002 SF
CountyNew Haven County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Willard R Finkle

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Carl Demander

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Building Information for 81 Colonial Road

Stories-Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size1.63 AC / 71,002 SF

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Property Information for 81 Colonial Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Durham Rd (Rt77) to Warpas Rd. Right onto Colonial.
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Daniel Hand
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.327799
  • Longitude: -72.626767
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $8,692
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Gas Log Fireplace,Softwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Remodeled
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Remodeled
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 33D60E4BC3A0C99BE0631401100AB78B
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Gas Log Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Sliders,Softwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Cedar Closet,Full Bath,Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 33D60E4BC3A0C99BE0631401100AB78B
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Quartz Counters,Double-Sink,Tub w/Shower,Laundry Hookup,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Tan
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1986
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Treed, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 1159251
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1986.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1986.0
  • Zoning: RU-1
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 81 Colonial Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 17, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1903680523

$715,000

+12.0% / yr

Oct 12, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #608475211

$300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/17/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1903680523

$715,000

+12.0% / yr

10/12/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #608475211

$300,000

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

Public Records for 81 Colonial Road

Taxable ValueLand$135,700Additions$259,400Total$395,100
Tax Record2024$8,862 ($738 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,986 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,986 SqFtStories2Lot Size71,003 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974ZoningRU-1CountyNEW HAVENAPNMADI M:102 B:12

Schools near 81 Colonial Road

This home is within Madison School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
Public - K to 3
Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Daniel Hand High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dr. Robert H. Brown Middle School
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public6 to 8

Daniel Hand High School
Public9 to 12

Dr. Robert H. Brown Middle School
Public4 to 5

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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