The "Bela Comstock Homestead" commands a prominent Prospect Hill location overlooking Essex Village. The stately and historic 1852 residence was intentionally aligned with Main Street signifying the family's prestige in the 19th century. A cobblestone driveway leads to the 1.3 acre estate which, at one time, included a bakehouse, stables and other outbuildings. Stone walls outline the parcel and provide a starting point to reclaim the plantings and gardens. A hidden courtyard and a substantial screen patio both insure views and enjoyment of the outside spaces. The 3,290 SF, four bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home features chestnut and wide pine flooring, multiple fireplaces and original details. Additionally included is a two story in-law apartment with separate entrance. Become the next steward of this homestead and guide the restoration to its original grandeur. The Nature Conservancy named the Lower Connecticut River Valley one of the 40 "Last Great Places." Your vision and investment will be rewarded with the joy of everything that Essex and the Connecticut River Valley and shoreline have to offer. Essex is located 2 hours from both New York and Boston. Amtrak service is available from nearby Old Saybrook and the Shoreline RR connects to Metro North in New Haven.
Sold for $1,188,000
$1,188,000
26 Prospect Street, Essex, CT 06426
4beds
3,290sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1852
1.3 Acres Lot
$1,382,700 Zestimate®
$361/sqft
$7,127 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,382,700
$1.27M - $1.52M
$7,127/mo
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Multiple fireplacesSeparate entranceSubstantial screen patioHidden courtyard
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patrick Callahan 860-227-1587,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Susan A. Malan, REB.0794430
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170585068
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Mud Room
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Dirt Floor,Sump Pump
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,290
- Total interior livable area: 3,290 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,290
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Stone
Lot
- Size: 1.3 Acres
- Features: Dry, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 987662
- Zoning: vr
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1852
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $361/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $429,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,691
- Date on market: 2/15/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2024 | Sold | $1,188,000-12%$361/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170585068 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2024 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$410/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170585068 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Price change | $1,350,000-12.9%$410/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170585068 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2023 | Price change | $1,550,000-6.1%$471/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170585068 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+13.8%$502/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170585068 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2023 | Sold | $1,450,000+81.3%$441/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2007 | Sold | $800,000$243/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9101547 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,800 -38.6% | $311,300 -40.5% |
| 2024 | $9,449 -2.5% | $523,500 +22% |
| 2023 | $9,691 -0.1% | $429,000 +0.2% |
| 2022 | $9,696 +1% | $428,100 |
| 2021 | $9,602 +2.8% | $428,100 |
| 2020 | $9,337 +0.7% | $428,100 |
| 2019 | $9,268 +1.7% | $428,100 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $9,109 -0.5% | $416,900 |
| 2017 | $9,155 +1.8% | $416,900 |
| 2016 | $8,997 | $416,900 |
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Neighborhood: Essex Village
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- Middle: Winthrop
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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