116 River Rd

Essex, CT 06426

$1,040,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3,398 Sq. Ft.
$306 / Sq. Ft.
3,398
Sq. Ft.
$306
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/23/16
Closed 8/23/16

Description

If you are searching for privacy near Essex village and would enjoy incredible views of the CT River and a first floor master suite in an incomparable home; your search is over. Enter the four+ acre estate via a graceful gated driveway. Easily suited for carefree first floor living; the flexible floor plan in this immaculate home affords a private two bedroom guest suite with it's own family room and fireplace, as well as an office/studio/guest space over the attached three car garage. Relax in the...If you are searching for privacy near Essex village and would enjoy incredible views of the CT River and a first floor master suite in an incomparable home; your search is over. Enter the four+ acre estate via a graceful gated driveway. Easily suited for carefree first floor living; the flexible floor plan in this immaculate home affords a private two bedroom guest suite with it's own family room and fireplace, as well as an office/studio/guest space over the attached three car garage. Relax in the impressive family room with vaulted ceiling and fieldstone fireplace. The remodeled kitchen/great room with vaulted shiplap ceiling, fireplace and wet bar lies adjacent to a spacious formal dining room. The view from each room extends to Long Island Sound. Outdoor living is an important component of this property. Balconies and decks abound. A very private Scott pool with granite coping becomes your peaceful summer retreat. This quiet, secluded oasis feels like a world apart, yet is located just minutes from Essex village shops, restaurants, marinas, yacht clubs and the world renowned Griswold Inn. Only two hours from New York City and Boston and within close proximity to first-class live theatre, casinos and water activities, Essex is a waterfront community unrivaled in CT. This stunning property is offered well below appraised value by motivated sellers. Take your seat overlooking all and congratulate yourself on your good fortune!
  1. Listed by Rick Weiner • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (860)-227-3191 C: (860)-227-3191 rweiner@wpsir.com

Property Details for 116 River Road

Basement Description
Fully Finished, Full With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cape Cod
Subdivision
Breameadow
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 08/23/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 116 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #N10131601
Days on Market67
Taxes$22,277 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1995
Lot Size4.42 AC / 192,535 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Rick Weiner

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Rick Weiner

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Building Information for 116 River Road

Stories-Year Built1995Building Size-Lot Size4.42 AC / 192,535 SF

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$7,039 per month

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Principal and Interest

$5,182

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 116 River Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: River Road to Architect's Hill. Proceed Turn into first driveway on left through gate.
  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Vrhs
  • Intermediate School: John Winthrop
  • Latitude: 41.374104
  • Longitude: -72.39053
  • Middle Jr High School: John Winthrop
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: Breameadow
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Property Tax: $22,277
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Outside Storage Area, Underground Sprinkler, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities, Wrap Around Deck
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: River, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Lower Level
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Lower Level
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Formal
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5986573DC638F5E0531401100A00BA
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Island
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Type: Other
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Driveway Type: Cement
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Sq Ft Source: Approximate
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 986239
  • Sq Ft Total: 3398.0
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 116 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 22, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #578130892

$1,040,000

-7.1% / yr

Sep 22, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #277429791

$1,725,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/22/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #578130892

$1,040,000

-7.1% / yr

09/22/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #277429791

$1,725,000

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

Public Records for 116 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$449,300Additions$624,600Total$1,073,900
Tax Record2024$20,007 ($1,667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,329 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,329 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,971 SqFtStories1Lot Size192,535 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995ZoningRRRCountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNESSX M:05 B:002 L:01

Schools near 116 River Road

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Essex Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
John Winthrop Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Valley Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

John Winthrop Middle School
Public7 to 8

Valley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Rick Weiner

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