For sale

$250,000

128 Mares Hill Road, Essex, CT 06442

2beds

1,324sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1960

1.25 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$189/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

UPDATE: Offer deadline is 6/12 at 12 PM. A rare investor's dream offering the perfect canvas for significant potential. Bring your vision for this unique offering in the Ivoryton section of Essex. Perched on a serene, private 1.25 acre lot, this 1,324 SF ranch offers the combination of a spectacular setting and a true value-add opportunity. The home is primed for a complete transformation, ideal for the discerning buyer ready to unlock serious upside in one of the shoreline's most desirable communities. Whether you're looking to renovate, expand, or reimagine, the possibilities are exceptional. This property is being sold AS-IS. Right of way and easement exist for the driveway, and a map is included in attachments.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Full Bath
Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Great room

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Sliders
Level: Main

Kitchen

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Heat Pump, Electric

Cooling

Ductless

Appliances

Included: Electric Range, Water Heater

Features

Basement: None
Attic: Access Via Hatch
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,324
Total interior livable area: 1,324 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,324

Property

Features

Exterior features: Garden

Lot

Size: 1.25 Acres
Features: Interior Lot, Level

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 986170
Zoning: RU

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1960

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Medical Facilities, Shopping/Mall
Subdivision: Ivoryton

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Ivoryton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $189/sqft
Tax assessed value: $217,700
Annual tax amount: $4,056
Date on market: 6/7/2026

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/7/2026	Listed for sale	$250,000$189/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,056 +3.2%	$217,700
2024	$3,929 +18.7%	$217,700 +48.6%
2023	$3,309 -0.3%	$146,500
2022	$3,318 +1%	$146,500
2021	$3,286 +2.8%	$146,500
2020	$3,195 +0.7%	$146,500
2019	$3,172 -2.4%	$146,500 -1.5%
2018	$3,251 -0.5%	$148,800
2017	$3,268 +1.8%	$148,800
2016	$3,211	$148,800

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