Walk to Essex Village from this pristine newer "Cottage Colonial". Cherry hardwood throughout the open floor plan and bedrooms. Lovely open foyer with stairwell opens to the kitchen as well as the dining room and study. The classic white and black kitchen open to the family room with stone fireplace and a multitude of windows. Off the family room is a year round sunroom that would make a perfect in home office. A stylish powder room is located off the charming mudroom with plenty of storage. The master suite features a deep soaking tub, separate shower and double sinks in the master bath. His and her closets are an added bonus.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
1.72 acresLot Size
$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maureen O'grady• Compass Connecticut, LLC
Bought with Elaine Beame• Beame Realty, LLC
Source:Smart MLS #170015003
Redfin Estimate
$1,158,878
$491K since sold in December 2017$43K since August
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This home's estimate is 28.9% higher than the average sale price ($899K) of 6 comparable homes.
Walk to Essex Village from this well maintained and beautifully designed Coastal style home. Custom built, the spacious open floor plan features a well appointed kitchen with breakfast bar, great room with stone fireplace, formal dining room and a private study with built-in bookshelves. A dramatic two story foyer leads to the upper level with a spacious master bedroom suite offering a fabulous bath with double sinks, separate shower, claw floor tub with three well organized closets, two additional guestrooms, a full bath and separate laundry room. Rich in architectural detail, this home features 9+ foot ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, crown moldings and raised paneling throughout. A separate mud room off the kitchen with half bath leads to the two car attached garage with workshop and wonderful in-home office or bonus room above. Prominently set on 1.72 acres in a private natural setting this special property is bordered by perennial gardens, beautifully manicured lawns, mature plantings and offers two natural blue stone patios, ideal for outdoor entertaining. Owner/Agent*
Smart MLS #N10048998
Nov 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2015
Listed
$750,000
$205/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 2011
Sold
$740,000
$202/sq ft
Smart MLS #M9127642
Apr 17, 2011
Listed
$797,000
$218/sq ft
Smart MLS #M9123086
Mar 21, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 21, 2010
Listed
$824,000
$225/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,772 (−0.3%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2022
$9,798 (+1.0%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2021
$9,703 (+2.8%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2020
$9,435 (+0.7%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2019
$9,366 (+29.6%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2018
$7,228 (−0.5%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2017
$7,264 (+1.8%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2016
$7,139 (+2.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2015
$6,973 (+0.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2014
$6,943 (−10.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2011
$7,750
$122,200 + $285,900
$408,100
Tax history for 17 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,772 (−0.3%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2022
$9,798 (+1.0%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2021
$9,703 (+2.8%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2020
$9,435 (+0.7%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2019
$9,366 (+29.6%)
$93,200 + $339,400
$432,600
2018
$7,228 (−0.5%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2017
$7,264 (+1.8%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2016
$7,139 (+2.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2015
$6,973 (+0.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2014
$6,943 (−10.4%)
$80,800 + $250,000
$330,800
2011
$7,750
$122,200 + $285,900
$408,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
74,923
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,657
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
987366
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: Upper level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Room Count: 8
Basement Description: Full, Full With Hatchway
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Sidewalk
Lot Information
Lot Description: Secluded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Radon Mitigation Air
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3057
Driveway Type: Circular, Asphalt, Crushed Stone
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $330,800
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
High School: Regional District 4
Elementary School: Essex
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
Directions: North Main St to Laurel Rd to sign
County: Middlesex
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,657
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 987366
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2
Around this home
Schools
Essex Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
John Winthrop Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
4/10
Valley Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
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Estimated sale price
$1.10M – $1.33M
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