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Under contract
    • Price cut: $16K (6/13)
    $799,000

    39 Prospect Street, Essex, CT 06426

    2beds
    961sqft
    : 
    $5,229/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    3,049 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $831/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Carefree gas fireplaceMini splitsChic galley kitchenTwo bedrooms
    Hilltop Cottage c.1900 The Perfect pied a terre in the heart of the historic Essex CT yachting village welcomes you in each season. In spring, see your professional perennial cottage garden come alive with roses, irises, and peonies. In summer, entertain friends on your large private deck overlooking more gardens and catching the breeze off Long Island Sound. In fall, join in the village Halloween parade then cozy up in front of your carefree gas fireplace. As winter arrives, stroll down to Main Street for holiday shopping in a Hallmark movie town, then watch the twinkling lights on the opposite shore of the mighty Connecticut River from your English cottage dining area. Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, chic galley kitchen, mini splits, living room with year-round sun porch. One-car garage plus ample street parking. Freshly painted in Farrow & Ball. Window treatments and stair runner included. Furnishings are negotiable. Lock-and-leave charm and convenience minutes from I-95, Amtrak, and Tweed Airport.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    R. Dean Eubank (508)325-3246,

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24124742MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Sitting Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 150 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 10
      Bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 8
      Dining room
      • Features: 2 Story Window(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 112 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 8
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Quartz Counters, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Living room
      • Features: Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 21 x 10
      Sun room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 105 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5 x 21
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric, Oil, Propane
      Cooling
      • Ductless
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer
      • Windows: Thermopane Windows
      • Basement: Partial
      • Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 961
      • Total interior livable area: 961 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 961

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Unpaved, Garage Door Opener
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Exterior features: Balcony
      • Waterfront features: Walk to Water
      Lot
      • Size: 3,049 Square Feet
      • Features: Sloped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 985429
      • Zoning: VR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Shingle Siding, 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
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Windows

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Basketball Court, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
      • Subdivision: Essex Village
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Essex

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $831/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $318,400
      • Annual tax amount: $5,932
      • Date on market: 4/20/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Pending sale$799,000$831/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24124742 Report a problem
        6/13/2026Price change$799,000-2%$831/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24124742 Report a problem
        4/20/2026Listed for sale$815,000+14%$848/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24124742 Report a problem
        8/26/2024Sold$715,000-1.4%$744/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        6/30/2024Pending sale$724,900$754/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        5/23/2024Price change$724,900-9.3%$754/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        5/8/2024Listed for sale$799,000$831/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        3/25/2024Listing removed--
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        2/19/2024Price change$799,000-5.9%$831/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        11/18/2023Listed for sale$849,000-10.6%$883/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170611215 Report a problem
        8/16/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Smart MLS #170581946 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Listed for sale$949,900+140.5%$988/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170581946 Report a problem
        7/22/2020Sold$395,000-1.2%$411/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170278487 Report a problem
        3/18/2020Listed for sale$399,900+3.9%$416/sqft
        Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170278487 Report a problem
        6/15/2018Sold$385,000+5.5%$401/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170082247 Report a problem
        11/9/2015Sold$365,000+1.4%$380/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/14/2009Sold$360,000-24.2%$375/sqft
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        8/1/2005Sold$475,000+66.7%$494/sqft
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        12/7/2000Sold$285,000+119.2%$297/sqft
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        12/15/1998Sold$130,000$135/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,932 +3.2%$318,400
        2024$5,747 +3.2%$318,400 +29.2%
        2023$5,568 -0.3%$246,500
        2022$5,583 +1%$246,500
        2021$5,529 +2.8%$246,500
        2020$5,376 +0.7%$246,500
        2019$5,337 -9.8%$246,500 -9%
        2018$5,917 -0.5%$270,800
        2017$5,947 +1.8%$270,800
        2016$5,844 $270,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Essex Village

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Essex

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