Welcome to 18 Orchard Heights Road, a charming modified saltbox colonial located at the end of a cul-de-sac in a desirable neighborhood. This home offers exceptional convenience, located just minutes from the boutique shops and historic charm of downtown Essex, with quick access to the vast amenities, dining, and shoreline conveniences of neighboring Old Saybrook. Inside, the home features a light-filled, functional layout designed for seamless main-level living including a first-floor primary suite, dedicated laundry space, and a recently updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and ample cabinetry. A spacious family room opens to a private deck, located at the rear of the property. The second floor boasts two more bedrooms and a full bath with an additional 600 square feet (per tax card) of unfinished space, presenting an incredible opportunity to create a second primary suite, home office, play area, or bonus room tailored to your needs. Combining timeless character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location near the best of the Lower Connecticut River Valley, 18 Orchard Heights Road is ready to welcome its next owners home.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (9/22)
$499,000
18 Orchard Heights Road, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
2,648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.65 Acres Lot
$493,800 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 29 days
- 3,365
- 283
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Erin Borruso (860)227-4023,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24200706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: Laminate Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: Laminate Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Family room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Concrete
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,648
- Total interior livable area: 2,648 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,648
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Spa features: Heated
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Level, Cul-De-Sac, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 987623
- Zoning: RU
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,922
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
Estimated market value
$493,800
$469,000 - $518,000
$3,483/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Price change | $499,000-9.1%$188/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24200706 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000$207/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24200706 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,729 +1.1% | $307,500 -2.1% |
| 2024 | $5,668 +9.8% | $314,000 +37.4% |
| 2023 | $5,162 -0.3% | $228,500 |
| 2022 | $5,176 +1% | $228,500 |
| 2021 | $5,125 +2.8% | $228,500 |
| 2020 | $4,984 +0.7% | $228,500 |
| 2019 | $4,947 -7.3% | $228,500 -6.4% |
| 2018 | $5,334 -0.5% | $244,100 |
| 2017 | $5,360 +1.7% | $244,100 |
| 2016 | $5,268 | $244,100 |
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Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
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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