A rare and unparalleled opportunity to acquire an iconic c.1900 property set atop a gentle rise at the head of Main Street in historic Essex Village. This substantial, professionally maintained building is comprised of two legal condominium units, and offers unmatched flexibility with its APPROVED MIXED RETAIL/OFFICE/RESIDENTIAL USE status. Potential to create your own custom Essex village pied-a-terre with an income-producing component, or to convert this current office building into your full-time Essex home. Solid and well maintained, the building is currently divided into two condominium units. Unit 'A' consists of 1,484 SF on the first floor. Unit 'B' comprises 1,977 SF on the second level and 1,083 SF on the third level. Features include a new septic system to be installed, kitchen, and a spacious second level room overlooking Main and Pratt Street with glimpses of the CT river. A terrace and private rear yard are accessed from the second level. The location is spectacular. Enjoy a commanding presence, and commanding views, of the heart of Essex village. Adjacent to shops, restaurants, yacht clubs, marinas, and artist galleries.
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Price increase: $100K (7/27)
$895,000
3 Essex Square, Essex, CT 06426
0beds
4,544sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Commanding presencePrivate rear yard
- 70 days
- 609
- 9
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rick Weiner (860)227-3191,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24185656
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,544
- Total interior livable area: 4,544 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,544
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Street, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Awning(s), Garden, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community, Access
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 999999999
- Zoning: EV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $755,700
- Annual tax amount: $13,641
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Price change | $895,000+12.6%$197/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000$175/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listing removed | $795,000$175/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000$175/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Listing removed | $795,000$175/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000+2.6%$175/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listing removed | $775,000$171/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $775,000-2.5%$171/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$175/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $825,000-7.8%$182/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000$197/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- 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.







