Relax and take in the sunset over the water from your patio or enjoy it while paddling around the island at this home located on the Falls River in the village of Centerbrook. You can kayak, paddleboard, fish, or even ice skate right from your own yard. This 1874 farm house features high ceilings and tall windows let the light in and offers beautiful views from the main house of the water. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with a reflecting pool. The property is .35ac and has 90 feet of water frontage. The spacious kitchen features an island with seating, Premium appliances including Viking gas range/oven. The large barn was used many years as an art gallery, however it offers possibilities as an office or convert to an apartment. It has a deck over the water for quiet relaxation. Although located in a flood zone, only a small portion of the barn is in that zone. Convenient to town, the Village of Essex, CT River, Route 9 and I-95 and only two hours from NYC and Boston. Agent related to seller.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Living Area: 1,931 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Office Phone: (203) 481-7247
Listing Agent: James Sorrentino
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Basement: Yes
Interior: Cable - Available
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: River, Waterfront
View: Water
Parking Information:
Attached Garage: No
Parking: None
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Views
Lot Size: 0.35 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: None
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Valley Regional High School, Public District Grades 9-12
John Winthrop Middle School, Public District Grades 7-8
Essex Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-6
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Rt 9 ex3, east on Main St to #85
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $649,900
Price Per SqFt: $337/SqFt
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
8
/10
Essex Elementary School
108 Main St
Distance between this listing and this school1.29 miles
Public District Grades PK-6
Middle School
5
/10
John Winthrop Middle School
1 Winthrop Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.17 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
High School
6
/10
Valley Regional High School
256 Kelsey Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.95 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Essex Elementary School
108 Main St
Distance between this listing and this school1.29 miles
Public District Grades PK-6
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Deep River Elementary School
12 River St
Distance between this listing and this school2.54 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
8
/10
Chester Elementary School
23 Ridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Assigned Schools
5
/10
John Winthrop Middle School
1 Winthrop Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.17 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Westbrook Middle School
156 Mcveagh Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.80 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
7
/10
Old Saybrook Middle School
60 Sheffield St
Distance between this listing and this school4.95 miles
Public District Grades 4-8
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Valley Regional High School
256 Kelsey Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.95 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Westbrook High School
156 Mcveagh Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.80 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
Old Saybrook Senior High School
1111 Boston Post Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.45 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $90,577. Residents of Essex, CT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 85 Main St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 85 Main St property is $649,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 85 Main St is a house located in Essex, Connecticut, 06409.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 85 Main St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 85 Main St are: Essex Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10John Winthrop Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Valley Regional High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on February 17, 2006 for $550,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 85 Main St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 85 Main St is 1,931 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
This home is located at 85 Main St in Essex, CT and zip code 06409. This 1,931 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.35 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $649,900.
Essex, CT housing market in March 2024 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 3 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Essex, CT between February 2024 and March 2024 decreased by 11.8%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.