Good design is all about the details and this quintessential New England Cape located in the heart of the village is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Well maintained, this charming home has been architecturally redesigned and expanded by the current owners. A warm and welcoming entrance makes a great first impression and leads to elegant well-proportioned rooms that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Designed for the way we live today, a well-appointed kitchen with cherry cabinets opens to a casual dining area and a cozy sitting area with a bay window overlooking park-like grounds. The light-filled living room, centered around the fireplace, features lovely crown moldings and gleaming hardwood floors. The spacious primary suite offers desirable one floor living and features a remodeled bath, a walk-in-closet and easy access to the laundry area. Upstairs you will find two charming guest rooms with a shared bath. Ideal for outdoor entertaining, a private bluestone terrace opens to a spacious level yard bordered by colorful perennials mature plantings, along with the stately maples, oaks and evergreens that adorn the property. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence or ideal weekend retreat enjoy all Essex has to offer...just a short stroll to the Essex Library, Cross Lots Preserve, The Connecticut River Museum, unique shops, restaurants...including the historic c. 1776 Griswold Inn, marinas, yacht clubs and so much more. The impressive architect designed side entrance and attached one car garage offers plenty of room for all of your gardening and storage needs. Extensive stone work on the walkways, steps and the private patio. There are hardwood floors throughout the main level. Gas fireplace in living room.
Sold for $720,000
$720,000
12 Grandview Terrace, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
2,099sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.31 Acres Lot
$958,100 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$4,019 Estimated rent
Home value
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$862,000 - $1.07M
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Gas fireplaceColorful perennialsPrivate bluestone terraceElegant well-proportioned roomsLaundry areaCrown moldingsSpacious primary suite
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyle S. Hinding 860-857-4219,
Coldwell Banker Realty 860-434-8600,
Peg Mitchel 860-391-1701,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Rick Weiner, REB.0717625
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24083420
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 296.51 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 19.9
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 205.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 17.9
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 10.3
Den
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 12.8
Dining room
- Features: Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 174.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 10.9
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 105.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.1
Living room
- Features: Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 297.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 19.6
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,099
- Total interior livable area: 2,099 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,099
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 986473
- Zoning: VR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $343/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $336,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,262
- Date on market: 4/4/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Sold | $720,000-9.4%$343/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24083420 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000$379/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24083420 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,262 +3.2% | $336,100 |
| 2024 | $6,067 +22.1% | $336,100 +52.8% |
| 2023 | $4,968 -0.3% | $219,900 |
| 2022 | $4,981 +1% | $219,900 |
| 2021 | $4,932 +2.8% | $219,900 |
| 2020 | $4,796 +0.7% | $219,900 |
| 2019 | $4,761 +1.7% | $219,900 +2.6% |
| 2018 | $4,682 -0.5% | $214,300 |
| 2017 | $4,706 +1.8% | $214,300 |
| 2016 | $4,625 | $214,300 |
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Neighborhood: Essex Village
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- Middle: Winthrop
- High: Valley
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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