25 River Road
Essex, Connecticut 06426
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 | 1
- SqFt
- 3,232
- Acres
- 1.38
- Year Built
- 1804
- Neighborhood
- Essex Village
- Property Type
- Single Family
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About This Home
Hidden in plain sight! An extraordinary pocket estate within walking distance via sidewalk to the shops, restaurants, marinas and waterfront of historic Essex Village. Built in 1801, this remarkable 3,032 SF residence occupies a rare .90 acre site, and conveys with an additional adjacent .48-acre waterfront parcel, creating a wonderfully private setting with sweeping views across a picturesque meadow and stream leading to the Falls River. Rich in character yet beautifully suited to modern living, the home features four fireplaces, French doors, original wooden beams, a wood-shingle roof and a stunning kitchen anchored by a professional Lacanche range. A spacious deck and covered terrace invite outdoor living while taking full advantage of the exceptional natural surroundings. Beyond the main residence, a detached 384 SF studio offers an ideal home office, fitness or creative space, while the walk-out lower level includes a charming 200 sf brick "pub room" with woodstove and an adjoining workshop. A detached two-car garage and potting shed complete the property. A rare opportunity to enjoy the romance, privacy and character of a country estate, with Essex Village and the Connecticut River just moments from your door.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Essex
- Neighborhood
- Essex Village
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1804
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 3,232 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.38 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage · 8 total
- Property Taxes
- $11,219 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Essex Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
24
11 under contract
Median List Price
$1.29M
24 active listings
Median Closed Price
$740,000
78 sales
Median Days on Market
70
24 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$459
24 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.1%
78 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$2.25M
vs $1.29M median
73.7% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$696
vs $459 median
51.6% above median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 70 days median
70 days fresher than median
Based on 24 active and 78 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Essex. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 17, 2026.
Location
25 River Road, Essex, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 10, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$11,687
- Property Taxes$935
- Insurance$750
- 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
- 1804
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 3,232 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 200 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Essex
- Middle
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Valley
Interior
- Heating
- Heat PumpHot AirZoned
- Heat Fuel
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central AirHeat Pump
- Fireplaces
- 4
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Appliances
- Gas RangeOven/RangeRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullInterior AccessPartially FinishedWalk-outConcrete Floor
- In-Law Apartment
- PossibleLower Level
- Interior Features
- Auto Garage Door OpenerCable - AvailableOpen Floor PlanSecurity System
- Additional Rooms
- Exercise RoomWorkshop
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 1.38 acres
- Zoning
- RU
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spaces8 total parking spacesDetached GaragePavedOff Street ParkingDrivewayPrivateCircularPaved
- Waterfront
- Direct waterfront
- Waterfront Details
- BrookAccess
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Flood Zone
- No
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Color
- White
- Roof
- Wood Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior Features
- Underground UtilitiesTerraceShedDeckGuttersStone Wall
- Lot Description
- TreedBorders Open SpaceSloping LotWater View
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $11,219 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24205033
- MLS Status
- Active
- Financing
- FHA
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