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531,432 Lot Size12.2 Acres
Essex Rd, Westbrook, CT 06498
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LandProperty Type
12.2 acresLot Size

Description

Available for the first time in nearly 90 years, this exceptional 12 ACRES represents one of the very last large tracts of undeveloped land in the water community of Westbrook. The property features a striking combination of 7.5 level acres of virgin open field--ideal for farming, equestrian use or building--framed beautifully by an elevated wooded backdrop. The flat acreage provide an unobstructed southern view of 9 acre Lake Louise & borders the protected land of both Essex & Westbrook Land Trusts....Available for the first time in nearly 90 years, this exceptional 12 ACRES represents one of the very last large tracts of undeveloped land in the water community of Westbrook. The property features a striking combination of 7.5 level acres of virgin open field--ideal for farming, equestrian use or building--framed beautifully by an elevated wooded backdrop. The flat acreage provide an unobstructed southern view of 9 acre Lake Louise & borders the protected land of both Essex & Westbrook Land Trusts. Location & accessibility are unmatched. With 379 feet of clear-line frontage on Route 153, the parcel is positioned perfectly midway between I-95 & Route 9, just minutes to the Old Saybrook/Westbrook Amtrak & Shoreline East train station for seamless travel from Boston, New York & beyond. A local civil engineer believes the site is primed for high-yield development. The property offers remarkable flexibility: a possible 3-4 substantial luxury residential lots or leveraging under CT Affordable Housing Law 8-30g to construct high-density multi-unit complex ranging from 33 units to perhaps 100 units, mirroring successful transit-oriented development nearby. The land is also believed to have substantial on-site topsoil & gravel reserves for immediate asset value. NOTE This sale is contingent upon an adjoining actively listed for sale 20 acre parcel in Essex, owned by the same owners being sold individually, if not together. See related MLS numbers.
29 days on Market
  • Listed by: Todd Gould 203.988.5414 TGould@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Last updated: 09/20/2026 04:29 PM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24192570

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Property Information for Essex Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,610 / year
  • MLS Type: Land / Residential Land
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 08-14-2026
  • Location: Highway Access, Urban
  • Expected On Market Date: 08-14-2026
Building Information
  • Lot Size: 12.20 AC
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From I-95, Exit 65, go North for 2.6 miles on Essex Rd aka Route 153 to the Essex town line. The open farmer's field on the left/west side is part of the property in BOTH Westbrook AND Essex.
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.325466
  • Longitude: -72.42955
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
  • Property Tax: $2,610
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: View
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Property Info: Planned Unit Development, Horse Property
  • Road Frontage Approximate: 379
  • Road Frontage Description: State Road, Paved Road
  • SubdividableU: Yes
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Documents Available: Feasibility Study, Legal Description, Photo/Survey, Topographical Survey
  • Lot Description: Additional Land Avail., Farm Land, Borders Open Space, Level Lot, Sloping Lot
  • Lot Improvements: None
  • Parcel Number: 1039839
  • Sq Ft Total: 0.0
  • Zoning: Rr/ Ld
Utilities
  • Septic Approval YN: No
  • Septic Plan Available YN: No
  • Sewage System: Septic Required
  • Utilities Available: Cable Available, Electric Available, Gas Available
  • Water Source: Well Required, Other
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant
Building Details
  • Lots Number Of: 1

Schools near Essex Road

This home is within Westbrook School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Daisy Ingraham School
PublicPK to 5

Westbrook Middle School
Public6 to 8

Westbrook 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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Essex Road is a 12.2 ac of land for sale in Westbrook, CT 06498. This property was listed for sale on July 31, 2026 by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, it's currently listed at $1,440,000. This listing's school district is Westbrook School District. Nearby schools include Daisy Ingraham School, Westbrook Middle School and Westbrook High School. Essex Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath 12.2 ac of land on a 531,432 sq. ft. / 12.2 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Todd Gould

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