Charming, light-filled 3-bedroom split-level home ideally located with convenient access to Westbrook's beautiful beaches, restaurants, shopping, I-95, and Route 9-perfect for year-round living or a weekend retreat. This well-maintained home features hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room, and all three bedrooms. The bright living room is anchored by a large picture window (replaced in 2023), custom built-ins, and an electric fireplace that adds warmth and character. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a butcher block island, and ample cabinet and counter space, flowing into the dining area with a built-in corner hutch and sliders leading to a spacious 20' x 22' deck. Upstairs offers three bedrooms and an updated full bath with a granite-topped vanity and linen storage. The lower level includes a family room, half bath, laundry area, and walk-out access to the backyard patio. The private yard and oversized deck provide great space for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include a one-car garage, expanded parking, and epoxy-coated garage floor. Major updates include a new roof and gutters (2023), rebuilt chimney (2026), new septic system (2020), and Pella windows. Move-in ready with comfort, updates, and a convenient shoreline location.
Under contract
Price cut: $25.9K (5/20)
$449,000
523 Essex Road, Westbrook, CT 06498
3beds
1,790sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.51 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Epoxy-coated garage floorOne-car garageExpanded parkingButcher block islandCustom built-insPrivate yardPella windows
- 55 days |
- 120 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Sarah McMillan (203)994-6221,
Our Home Realty Advisors 800-684-6472,
Alexa Allaire 860-518-9297,
Our Home Realty Advisors
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24172925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Heated,Storage Space,Finished,Liveable Space
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,790
- Total interior livable area: 1,790 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,144
- Finished area below ground: 646
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1038274
- Zoning: MDR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Westbrook
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $251/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $147,380
- Annual tax amount: $3,316
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/24/2026 | Pending sale | $449,000$251/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Price change | $449,000-5.5%$251/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $474,900+30.1%$265/sqft |
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| 9/30/2022 | Sold | $365,000-5.2%$204/sqft |
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| 9/26/2022 | Contingent | $385,000$215/sqft |
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| 8/18/2022 | Price change | $385,000-3.5%$215/sqft |
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| 8/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,000+37.6%$223/sqft |
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| 12/3/2007 | Sold | $290,000+24.5%$162/sqft |
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| 11/6/2003 | Sold | $233,000+79.2%$130/sqft |
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| 6/16/1993 | Sold | $130,000$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,316 +3.7% | $147,380 |
| 2024 | $3,198 +1.8% | $147,380 |
| 2023 | $3,142 +2.7% | $147,380 |
| 2022 | $3,060 +5.9% | $147,380 +27.5% |
| 2021 | $2,889 | $115,570 +0% |
| 2020 | $2,889 +1.3% | $115,560 |
| 2019 | $2,851 +1.2% | $115,560 |
| 2018 | $2,816 | $115,560 |
| 2017 | $2,816 -5.9% | $115,560 -10.6% |
| 2016 | $2,992 | $129,310 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06498
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Daisy Ingraham SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Westbrook Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Westbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Daisy Ingraham
- High: Westbrook
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Westbrook
- 06498
- 523 Essex Road






