Off Market Aug 2016 for $1M

$2,142,606

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,888/mo

•

3,398

sq ft

116 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426

About this home

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!

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

4.42 acresLot Size

$631Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Rick Weiner • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with Rick Weiner • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Source:Smart MLS #N10131601

Redfin Estimate

$2,142,606

$1.1M since sold in August 2016$12K since August

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This home's estimate is 105.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.04M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,336,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths3,164 sq ft
16 Primrose Ldg, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,130,000
B
3 beds3 baths1,905 sq ft
49 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$687,500
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,999 sq ft
12 Maritone Ln, Deep River, CT 06417
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$991,000
D
3 beds3 baths3,496 sq ft
12 Hill Rd, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,400,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,467 sq ft
45 Falls River Dr, Ivoryton, CT 06442
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$700,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,419 sq ft
118 Rattling Valley Rd, Deep River, CT 06417

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Market trends in 06426, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.8%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$755K

$123K MoM

Avg. days on market

45d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 12PM
$1,195,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,368 sq ft
31 Book Hill Rd, Essex, CT 06426
NEW 20 HRS AGO
$1,100,000
2 beds3 baths2,917 sq ft
27 Prospect St, Essex, CT 06426
VIDEO TOUR
$3,250,000
5 beds4.5 baths3,502 sq ft
21 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
OPEN SEP 26, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,395,000
2 beds3 baths1,880 sq ft
24 Mallard Point Rd, Essex, CT 06426
$549,000
3 beds2 baths2,648 sq ft
18 Orchard Heights Rd, Essex, CT 06426
$815,000
3 beds2 baths1,554 sq ft
Essex, CT 06426
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Sale history for 116 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #N10131601

Aug 23, 2016

Sold

$1,040,000

$306/sq ft

Jul 8, 2016

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2016

Listed

$1,375,000

$405/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9147384

May 2, 2016

Listing Removed

—

May 5, 2014

Listed

$1,375,000

$405/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9140135

Apr 18, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Apr 17, 2013

Listed

$1,875,000

$552/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 22, 2009

Sold

$1,725,000

$508/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9117154

Jun 11, 2009

Listed

$1,995,000

$587/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9109166

May 31, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Feb 28, 2008

Listed

$2,099,000

$618/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9097696

Dec 1, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jul 1, 2006

Listed

$2,150,000

$633/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9087549

Jun 30, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 25, 2005

Listed

$2,290,000

$674/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,222 (−0.3%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2022

$16,265 (+1.0%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2021

$16,107 (+2.8%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2020

$15,662 (+0.7%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2019

$15,547 (−32.7%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2018

$23,091 (−0.5%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2017

$23,207 (+1.8%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2016

$22,806 (+2.4%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2015

$22,277 (+0.4%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2014

$22,182 (+11.2%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2011

$19,945

$724,300 + $326,000

$1,050,300

Tax history for 116 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,222 (−0.3%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2022

$16,265 (+1.0%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2021

$16,107 (+2.8%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2020

$15,662 (+0.7%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2019

$15,547 (−32.7%)

$372,300 + $345,800

$718,100

2018

$23,091 (−0.5%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2017

$23,207 (+1.8%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2016

$22,806 (+2.4%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2015

$22,277 (+0.4%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2014

$22,182 (+11.2%)

$744,400 + $312,400

$1,056,800

2011

$19,945

$724,300 + $326,000

$1,050,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.42 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,329

Year built

1995

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

986239

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 3

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Location: First Floor
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: First Floor
Fireplaces Total: 3
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 2

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Room Count: 8
Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full With Walk-Out
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Outside Storage Area, Underground Sprinkler, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities, Wrap Around Deck

Lot Information
Lot Description: Water View, Fence - Partial

Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool

Building Information
Color: Grey

Property Information
Waterfront Description: River, View
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Driveway Type: Cement

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,056,800

Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Propane
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Propane

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: John Winthrop
Intermediate School: John Winthrop
High School: Vrhs
Elementary School: Essex

Location Information
Subdivision: Breameadow
State: Connecticut
Directions: River Road to Architect's Hill. Proceed Turn into first driveway on left through gate.
County: Middlesex

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,329
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 986239

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2

Around this home

Schools

Essex Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi

7/10

John Winthrop Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

4/10

Valley Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Historical weather

Essex, CT • 06426

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.04M – $2.46M

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Home values near 116 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
120 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5796 Sq. Ft.	$1,970,388
92 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4915 Sq. Ft.	$1,148,510

Address	Redfin Estimate
79 River Rd, Essex, CT - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,409,948
127 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2450 Sq. Ft.	$1,328,143

Address	Redfin Estimate
143 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3197 Sq. Ft.	$1,806,353
126 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7784 Sq. Ft.	$4,087,213

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