Discover the perfect blend of income potential and small-town charm with this centrally located two-unit property. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants seeking rental income, this well-maintained home offers flexibility and walkable convenience in the heart of Centerbrook. First Floor - Private entrance with direct access from the parking area. Freshly painted and flooded with natural light, this unit features a spacious living room, one bedroom, full bath, and kitchen. Hardwood floors lie beneath the carpet, ready to be uncovered. Enjoy bonus living or storage space on the private front porch. Second Floor - Accessed through the main entrance, this cozy unit is carpeted throughout for warmth and comfort. Both the living room and bedroom are generously sized with closet space in each. The large bathroom and efficient galley kitchen complete the layout. Walk-up attic access provides abundant storage. Additional features include, private outdoor space perfect for al fresco dining, garage for parking or extra storage, additional driveway parking and washer/dryer hookup in basement. This is an unbeatable Location, walk to local restaurants, shops, the post office, and galleries. Quick access to Route 9 and I-95 makes commuting a breeze. Whether you're building your investment portfolio or looking for a live-in income property, this Centerbrook gem delivers on all fronts.
For sale
Price cut: $19.9K (7/30)
$449,999
46 Main Street, Essex, CT 06409
2beds
1,252sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private front porchFlooded with natural lightAdditional driveway parkingLarge bathroomCozy unitFreshly paintedEfficient galley kitchen
- 187 days
- 1,089
- 52
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Listed by:
THE A TEAM OF WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY,
Tracy A. Lenz (860)978-8073,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-434-2400
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24164554
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Partial,Dirt Floor
- Attic: Storage,Floored,Walk-up
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,252
- Total interior livable area: 1,252 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,252
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Shared Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 985352
- Zoning: C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Units on different Floors
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping/Mall
- Subdivision: Centerbrook
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $230,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,447
- Date on market: 4/5/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $449,999-4.2%$359/sqft |
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| 4/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $469,900-70.5%$375/sqft |
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| 12/23/2022 | Sold | $1,595,000$1,274/sqft |
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| 12/9/2022 | Contingent | $1,595,000$1,274/sqft |
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| 10/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+1815.9%$1,274/sqft |
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| 1/25/2020 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170262772 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2020 | Listed for rent | $950$1/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170262772 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/1994 | Sold | $83,250$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,302 +3.2% | $230,900 |
| 2024 | $4,168 +5.5% | $230,900 +32.1% |
| 2023 | $3,949 -0.3% | $174,800 |
| 2022 | $3,959 +1% | $174,800 |
| 2021 | $3,921 +2.9% | $174,800 |
| 2020 | $3,812 +0.7% | $174,800 |
| 2019 | $3,784 +27% | $174,800 +28.2% |
| 2018 | $2,980 -0.5% | $136,400 |
| 2017 | $2,995 +1.7% | $136,400 |
| 2016 | $2,944 | $136,400 |
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Neighborhood: 06426
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






