One of the shoreline’s most iconic waterfront properties - “Red Top” as it’s locally known for its distinctive red roof - has panoramic views of L.I. Sound from every room & space for all with 7 bedrooms & 5 full & 2 partial baths. With 9’+ ceilings and gleaming wood floors throughout, this Architectural Digest ready gem has an open floor plan and oozes charm recalling the glamour and comfort of a bygone era. The living room with a handsome stone fireplace and formal dining room open to a capacious (36’x 10’6”) screened porch overlooking your own private, sandy beach.The oversized kitchen has an island with seating and an area for casual dining, includes a Subzero refrigerator, 2 dishwashers, a wine bar & extensive cabinets and counterspace. The 2nd floor family room is a wonderful place to read, relax &enjoy the view and sure to be a favorite location. Set back from coveted Middle Beach Rd, the professionally landscaped yard with specimen trees & plants provide a special privacy to this mint condition, exceptional home. This unique getaway was built for entertaining & gatherings of all types. Early owner Grover Whalen (“Toastmaster of NYC") hosted many luminaries of the day here including Mayor Fiorello Laguardia. Imagine the plans they made sitting on the screened porch watching the sun set over Long Island.These two men meant more to that period of city life than most any others of their era. This storied retreat is still just 90 miles/90minutes from Manhattan.
Sold for $2,545,000 on 07/22/24
$2,545,000
118 Middle Beach Road, Madison, CT 06443
7beds
5,075sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
0.25 Acres Lot
$4,047,500 Zestimate®
$501/sqft
$6,142 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,047,500
$3.40M - $4.86M
$6,142/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 23, 2024 at 09:36pm
Listed by:
The Margaret Muir Team,
Margaret Muir 203-415-9187,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-245-6700
Bought with:
Margaret Muir, RES.0485255
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170619259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 20
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Laminate Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Den
- Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 22
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 696 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 29
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 437 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 19
Office
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Rec play room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 1485 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 45
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Zoned, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Partial,Concrete,Storage Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,075
- Total interior livable area: 5,075 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,075
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Underground Sprinkler
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Dock or Mooring, Beach
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1154182
- Zoning: R-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Medical Facilities, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2025 | Listing removed | $7,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $7,500-73.2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/7/2025 | Price change | $28,000-12.5%$6/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $32,000-5.9%$6/sqft |
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| 2/12/2025 | Price change | $34,000+325%$7/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $42,509 +2% | $1,895,200 |
| 2024 | $41,694 -7.1% | $1,895,200 +26.5% |
| 2023 | $44,889 +1.9% | $1,497,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Madison Center
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Walter C. Polson Upper Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Daniel Hand High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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