Off market may 2025 for $1.8M

$2,247,339

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,800/mo

•

3,036

sq ft

47 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426

About this home

Lovely direct waterfront sits up overlooking the Falls River Cove. Serene and private on nearly 3 acres, set well back from the road and just outside the heart of Essex. This sprawling New England style Cape Cod home c1948 boasts tranquil water views that are enjoyed from many rooms as well as a spacious patio(25x24) and deck(20x16). The home's interior features a formal living room w/wood burning fireplace, a nice size formal dining rm that is conveniently located from a well-appointed kitchen, a first-floor primary bedroom suite, home office & attractive family rm with shiplap barrel ceiling. 2 guest bedrooms are quietly set on the 2nd floor. A sweet 3 season sunporch is enhanced w/stone flooring, walls of windows & sunlight. 2 Laundry locations- main & lower level, HW floors run throughout & 3.5 baths. Some work & transformation is needed to really bring out the home's charm. Property includes a dock w/power & tidal access to NCove & CT River. Newer amenities: deck, freshly painted interior walls, boiler, drilled well, propane whole house generator, 3 bay garage extension, split rail fence & most kitchen appliances. An oversized post & beam 6 bay garage w/inter access to 2nd flr will delight an artist, car enthusiast or hobbyist-many possibilities. Only mins. to Essex village with appealing array of restaurants, boutiques, marinas & yachting. Midway from Boston & NYC. This property is not a drive-by & owners kindly request you do not drive up the driveway without an appmt.

Being sold as-is.

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

2.8 acresLot Size

$740Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 car garageParking

Listed by Susan Malton • Coldwell Banker Realty

Contact: Agent Attribution Contact: (860) 227-0117

Bought with Mary McDonald • Coldwell Banker Realty

Source:Smart MLS #24078135

Redfin Estimate

$2,247,339

$379K since sold in May 2025$139K since October

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This home's estimate is 44.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.56M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,050,000
A
2 beds2.5 baths3,278 sq ft
112 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$3,795,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths4,383 sq ft
7 Hanna Ln, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,130,000
C
3 beds3 baths1,905 sq ft
49 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,400,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths2,467 sq ft
45 Falls River Dr, Ivoryton, CT 06442
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$1,336,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths3,164 sq ft
16 Primrose Ldg, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$640,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,964 sq ft
11 Cove Hill Rd, Essex, CT 06426

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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

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0 MoM

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Sale history for 47 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #24078135

May 14, 2025

Sold

$1,868,138

$615/sq ft

Apr 22, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 19, 2025

Listed

$1,600,000

$527/sq ft

Smart MLS #170294036

Aug 4, 2020

Sold

$1,015,000

$334/sq ft

Jun 28, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 8, 2020

Price Changed

$1,097,000

$361/sq ft

May 10, 2020

Listed

$1,175,000

$387/sq ft

Waterfront Gentleman's Estate on 2.80 acres in the heart of Essex!!! The pastoral setting along the beautiful Falls River with fruit trees, perennial beds, bluestone patios enhance the loveliness of this traditional New England Style sprawling Cape Cod home and oversized 3 car barn garage. The riverfront has EZ access from the backyard and a large dock with close access to the CT River. Features of the beautiful interior include: a First floor master suite, a chef's kitchen including a Subzero refrigerator, Viking gas oven/range, dishwasher and wine chiller. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Formal dining room, living room with fireplace, new family room addition with shiplap barrel ceiling and French doors leading to a ground level deck. A four season porch, mudroom, office and sunroom complete the main level. Upstairs you will find two bedrooms and a third full bath. The partially finished lower level affords ample room for storage. A recently constructed three bay post and beam garage with stairway to second level provides additional storage space. Just minutes to Essex village restaurants, shops, marinas, yacht clubs, the Griswold Inn and CT River Museum. Located mid-way between Boston and New York City. No flood insurance required.

Smart MLS #170077232

Sep 15, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Feb 12, 2019

Price Changed

$1,200,000

$395/sq ft

Apr 27, 2018

Listed

$1,299,000

$428/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9145057

Jul 1, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jan 17, 2014

Listed

$1,450,000

$478/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9141576

Jan 17, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jun 21, 2013

Listed

$1,350,000

$445/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9138711

Jun 20, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Feb 4, 2013

Listed

$1,495,000

$492/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9134504

Nov 1, 2012

Listing Removed

—

May 10, 2012

Listed

$1,695,000

$558/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 25, 2011

Sold

$1,225,000

$403/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9125307

Nov 9, 2010

Listed

$1,350,000

$445/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 17, 2006

Sold

$1,749,000

$576/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9088327

Apr 28, 2005

Listed

$1,950,000

$642/sq ft

Smart MLS #E148030

Nov 8, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jul 2, 2004

Listed

$2,200,000

$725/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,738 (−0.3%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2022

$20,793 (+1.0%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2021

$20,591 (+2.8%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2020

$20,022 (+0.7%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2019

$19,875 (+2.6%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2018

$19,368 (−0.5%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2017

$19,465 (+1.8%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2016

$19,129 (+2.4%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2015

$18,685 (+0.4%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2014

$18,606 (+5.1%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2011

$17,697

$741,800 + $190,100

$931,900

Tax history for 47 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,738 (−0.3%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2022

$20,793 (+1.0%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2021

$20,591 (+2.8%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2020

$20,022 (+0.7%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2019

$19,875 (+2.6%)

$751,600 + $166,400

$918,000

2018

$19,368 (−0.5%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2017

$19,465 (+1.8%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2016

$19,129 (+2.4%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2015

$18,685 (+0.4%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2014

$18,606 (+5.1%)

$712,400 + $174,000

$886,400

2011

$17,697

$741,800 + $190,100

$931,900

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.8 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,805

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

987878

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Unpaved
Garages Number: 6

Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 6

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: 2 laundry locations
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: First Floor
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Mud Room
Basement Description: Crawl Space, Full, Unfinished, Storage, Hatchway Access, Interior Access
Has Attic
Attic Description: Storage Space, Floored

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Grill, Deck, Gutters, French Doors, Patio

Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Fence - Rail, Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Water View

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Gray

Property Information
Waterfront Description: River, Dock or Mooring, View, Access
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3036
Driveway Type: Circular, Crushed Stone

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,146,500

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Generator, Storm Windows

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Regional District 4
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Library, Park
Directions: River Road to Mail Box #47
Direct Waterfront
County: Middlesex

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,805
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 987878

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 • 1.7mi

8/10

John Winthrop Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi

6/10

Valley Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

7/10

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Essex, CT • 06426

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Estimated sale price

$2.13M – $2.59M

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Home values near 47 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5979 Sq. Ft.	$1,907,490
57 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3152 Sq. Ft.	$1,010,706
59 River Rd Apartment A, Essex, CT 1 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1022 Sq. Ft.	$758,592
52 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1888 Sq. Ft.	$770,034
67 River Rd Apartment A, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1242 Sq. Ft.	$589,350
51 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4243 Sq. Ft.	$3,514,158
66 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2388 Sq. Ft.	$929,680

Address	Redfin Estimate
43 River Rd, Essex, CT 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2854 Sq. Ft.	$1,087,281
144 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3018 Sq. Ft.	$2,493,937
61 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4410 Sq. Ft.	$2,846,821
45 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3032 Sq. Ft.	$1,193,639
65 River Rd, Essex, CT 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1459 Sq. Ft.	$600,489
49 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1905 Sq. Ft.	$1,093,594
72 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2977 Sq. Ft.	$962,949

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2959 Sq. Ft.	$1,065,781
39 River Rd, Essex, CT 1 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3210 Sq. Ft.	$2,081,339
39 River Rd Apartment A, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3956 Sq. Ft.	$2,354,109
67 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3342 Sq. Ft.	$783,660
59 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4074 Sq. Ft.	$2,300,597
69 River Rd, Essex, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2302 Sq. Ft.	$1,812,767
48 River Rd, Essex, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2993 Sq. Ft.	$1,090,119

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