Skip to main content

28 River Road

Essex, Connecticut 06426

COMING SOON - NEW$1,650,000
Beds
3
Baths
2 | 1
SqFt
2,359
Acres
0.48
Year Built
1790
Matt Caiola

Matt Caiola

Luxury Real Estate Advisor

MCMATT CAIOLALUXURY PROPERTIES
Higgins Group Private Brokerage

Request a private showing and get Matt's read on price, condition, and next steps.

Call Matt
Pool1-Car Garage2 FireplacesVirtual Tour

About This Home

The Benjamin F. Post House, c. 1801, has been thoroughly and thoughtfully updated to provide all the amenities of modern living while respecting the historical integrity of the home. A sidewalk just steps from the property leads directly into the heart of Essex Village, an approximately 20-minute walk to its shops, restaurants, marina, and waterfront. Set on a .48-acre professionally landscaped lot backing up to a quiet wooded area, the fenced-in backyard boasts a beautiful gunite pool and a generous pool deck/patio, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Inside on the first floor, there is a light-filled chef's kitchen, well-appointed with upscale appliances including a commercial-grade six-burner range, a large center island, and ample counter space. There is also a formal dining room, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a library with a gas fireplace and built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. An additional room with its own exterior entrance could serve as an office or a potential first-floor bedroom. A lovely four-season sunroom overlooks the pool deck and features a convenient wet bar complete with a beverage chiller. There is also a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite has an updated ensuite bathroom with marble finishes, a large walk-in closet, and a spacious sitting area. There are also two more bedrooms, another den/office area, a second updated bathroom, and laundry. Offering historic character, modern comforts, privacy, and

Key Facts

City/Town
Essex
Neighborhood
Essex Village
Property / Style
Single Family · Colonial
Year Built
1790
Days on Market
0 days
Beds
3
Baths
2 full · 1 half
Living Area
2,359 sq ft
Lot Size
0.48 acres
Garage / Parking
1 garage · 5 total
Property Taxes
$9,522 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The Essex Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

51

20 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$482

20 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

75 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$1.65M

vs $1.07M median

53.6% above median

Price / Sq Ft

$699

vs $482 median

45.0% above median

Days on Market

0 days

vs 51 days median

51 days fresher than median

Based on 20 active and 75 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Essex. Source: SmartMLS · As of August 11, 2026.

Location

28 River Road, Essex, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$9,853

per month

  • Principal & Interest$8,509
  • Property Taxes$794
  • Insurance$550
  • HOA$0

Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.

Location

City/Town
Essex
Neighborhood
Essex Village
County
Middlesex

Residence

Property Type
Single Family
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1790
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
2,359 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Essex
High
Valley

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
Propane
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Gas RangeMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryerWine Chiller
Basement
PartialUnfinished

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.48 acres
Zoning
RU
Garage / Parking
1 garage space5 total parking spacesDetached GaragePavedOff Street ParkingDrivewayCementOther
Waterfront Details
Walk to Water
Water Source
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Flood Zone
No
Pool
GuniteIn Ground Pool
Construction
Aluminum
Color
White
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Garden AreaLightingUnderground SprinklerPatio
Lot Description
Fence - PrivacyLightly WoodedDryProfessionally Landscaped

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$9,522 / Annually
Days on Market
0
MLS #
24196638
MLS Status
Coming Soon

Similar Properties

Homes with a close match in area, property type, and price.

Listed By

Susan Malan

(860) 767-5011

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

(860) 767-7488

This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.

The IDX display contains information sourced from SmartMLS, Inc. as of 8/11/2026. This information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing or leasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS, the listing broker, the listing agent, or Matt Caiola. Buyers and tenants should independently verify all information that matters to their decision.

Map locations may be approximate. Any offer of compensation, if applicable, is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. ©2026 Smart MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.

Data last updated on 8/11/2026 at 4:40 PM UTC.