Essex Village...a home you will love! Designed for the way we live today, this rarely available 4BR Custom Colonial features the perfect blend of traditional features and modern home design. Set back from the road, a tree-lined drive leads to a gracious entrance making a great first impression and opens to elegant well-proportioned rooms that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The living room, a room where everything is just right, features charming French doors and is centered around a wood burning fireplace. The well-appointed kitchen with a breakfast bar and casual dining area leads to the formal dining room...the perfect place for celebrating special occasions or gathering with friends & family for some holiday cheer. The family room is designed everyday living and savor the sunshine from your own private deck overlooking park-like grounds. Upstairs you will find the primary suite with a beautifully remodeled bathand three guest rooms...where every detail has been considered for their home away from home. A full basement with updated mechanicals also has plenty of space for all of your storage needs. Offering privacy without seclusion the house is prominently set on 1.28 acres in a private natural setting, bordered by stately trees, colorful hydrangeas and beautiful perennial gardens. Experience historic Essex-just a short stroll to the Griswold Inn, the CT River Museum, the library, wonderful restaurants, unique shops, marinas, yacht clubs and so much more.
House is set back from the road in a private natural setting. See deed about easement/Shared Drive...15ft R.O.W.
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Market trends in 06426, CT
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-list price
100.0%
0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$750K
$3K MoM
Avg. days on market
61d
17 days MoM
Recently sold homes
26
0 MoM
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Sale history for 14A Laurel Rd
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24056421
Jun 13, 2025
Sold
$785,000
$310/sq ft
Apr 29, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 11, 2025
Contingent
—
Jan 16, 2025
Price Changed
$845,000
$334/sq ft
Nov 1, 2024
Listed
$895,000
$353/sq ft
Smart MLS #M9148289
Nov 14, 2014
Sold
$465,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 7, 2014
Listed
$498,000
$197/sq ft
Nestled in the village of essex is this lovely well oriented 4 br colonial. The first floor has wonderful flow and great light. Short walk to village. Generator hook up, potential expansion in lower level(roughed in plumbing for bathroom).
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,127 (−0.3%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2022
$7,146 (+1.0%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2021
$7,077 (+2.8%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2020
$6,881 (+0.7%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2019
$6,831 (+0.2%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2018
$6,815 (−0.5%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2017
$6,849 (+1.8%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2016
$6,731 (+2.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2015
$6,575 (+0.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2014
$6,547 (−15.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2011
$7,738
$200,200 + $207,300
$407,500
Tax history for 14A Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,127 (−0.3%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2022
$7,146 (+1.0%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2021
$7,077 (+2.8%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2020
$6,881 (+0.7%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2019
$6,831 (+0.2%)
$133,500 + $182,000
$315,500
2018
$6,815 (−0.5%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2017
$6,849 (+1.8%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2016
$6,731 (+2.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2015
$6,575 (+0.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2014
$6,547 (−15.4%)
$139,600 + $172,300
$311,900
2011
$7,738
$200,200 + $207,300
$407,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,532
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
987647
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: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Radon Mitigation Air
Radon Mitigation Water
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2532
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $402,400
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Generator
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Winthrop
High School: Valley
Elementary School: Essex
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Tennis Courts
Directions: Essex Village To North Main Street To Laurel Road. Shared Drive...stay left where driveway splits
County: Middlesex
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,532
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 987647
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 4
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Essex Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
John Winthrop Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Valley Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Historical weather
Essex, CT • 06426
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Sun exposure
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.
9 hrs
4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$930,000 – $1.13M
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