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3 beds1,350 sqft

85 River Rd, Unit L4, Essex, CT 06426

CondoProperty Type
1967Year Built
$444/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$779/moHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Rarely available three floor townhouse in Heritage Cove in Essex, CT. This renovated and updated unit is perfectly sited directly on North Cove. Features include custom built-ins, a well appointed kitchen with quartz countertops and island. Three bedrooms and 2 and one half baths. The sliding glass doors in the living room lead to an inviting patio with direct cove views. The master bedroom has a balcony overlooking the cove - perfect for your morning coffee. After breakfast you can stroll into Essex...Rarely available three floor townhouse in Heritage Cove in Essex, CT. This renovated and updated unit is perfectly sited directly on North Cove. Features include custom built-ins, a well appointed kitchen with quartz countertops and island. Three bedrooms and 2 and one half baths. The sliding glass doors in the living room lead to an inviting patio with direct cove views. The master bedroom has a balcony overlooking the cove - perfect for your morning coffee. After breakfast you can stroll into Essex Village, take a dip in the pool or go out onto North Cove in your canoe or kayak. There is also a Storage Unit in the basement of each building. Essex is located equal distance between New York and Boston and the complex is only 7 miles away from the Amtrak station in Old Saybrook. Don't miss this turnkey property whether it is for year round use or your summer oasis.
  • Listed by: Mark Bombaci 860.304.2751 markbombaci@me.com • William Raveis Real Estate
Listing closed: 06/25/2026 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24154209
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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Mark Bombaci

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan A Malan

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$4,492 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,203

Property Taxes

$510

HOA Dues

$779

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Property Information for 85 River Road, Unit L4

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,116 / year
  • MLS Type: Condo/Co-Op / Condominium
  • Basement Description: None
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Expected Active Date: 04-09-2026
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Neighborhood: Essex Harbor
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Covered Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 04-09-2026

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: 85 River Rd
  • Residences: 104
  • Pet Policy Details: Restrictions
  • Year Built: 1967

Summary

Property and Location
  • Association Amenities: Guest Parking, Pool
  • Complex Name: Heritage Cove
  • Directions: North Main to River Road.
  • Elementary School: Essex
  • End Unit: No
  • High School: Valley
  • Latitude: 41.37355
  • Longitude: -72.395955
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • Pets Allowed Info: More specifics in condo d
  • Pets Allowed: Restrictions
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: Heritage Cove
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Property Management, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 779
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $6,116

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Underground Utilities, Sidewalk, Patio
  • Pool Description: Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, River, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring, Association Required, View, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-In
  • Cooling System: Split System, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump, Radiant, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Patio/Terrace,Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 9.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Quartz Counters,Eating Space,Island,Pantry,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.6
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 7.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 4.3
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 4AB7738BE3010888E0631A01100AE032
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Balcony/Deck,Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.8
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.8
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Full Bath,Tub w/Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 10.11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 7.4
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Half Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.2
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 4AB7738BE3010888E0631A01100AE032
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Skylight,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 5.11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Width: 5.3

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Levels In Unit: 3
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: The square footage includes the 3 floors of living space in the unit.
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Water View, Rolling
  • Parcel Number: 985236
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1350.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1350.0
  • Zoning: RU
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Shared Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
  • Total Number of Units: 104

Property History for 85 River Road, Unit L4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 30, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1505381170

$495,000

+17.4% / yr

Jun 11, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #646867354

$280,000

+188.5% / yr

Aug 9, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327123772

$1

-72.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1505381170

$495,000

+17.4% / yr

06/11/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #646867354

$280,000

+188.5% / yr

08/09/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327123772

$1

-72.0% / yr

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

Public records

85 River Road, Unit L4

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,350 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,350 SqFt

Stories

3

Lot Size

400 SqFt

Schools near 85 River Road, Unit L4

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
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 Raveis Real Estate, Mark Bombaci

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