Essex Village antique gem. A lovely and updated antique with overflowing charm and full of natural light. 2/3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, with a primary bedroom with ensuite full bath. Soapstone counters, fireplaces, idyllic screened porch, with views of the Connecticut River and merely minutes on foot to everything Essex Village offers -- restaurants, boutiques, yacht clubs, marinas and more. Impressive gardens, an oversized one-car garage, and a sweet potting shed. This home has been meticulously maintained and is in move-in condition.
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
56 South Main Street, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
2,106sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1839
0.35 Acres Lot
$905,600 Zestimate®
$439/sqft
$4,155 Estimated rent
Home value
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$860,000 - $951,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Susan A. Malan (860)767-5011,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Bought with:
Robert Carroll Ward, RES.0824549
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24153993
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189.39 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 17.7
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 188.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 15.3
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 11.8
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 117.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 10.3
Kitchen
- Features: Eating Space, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 14.9
Living room
- Features: Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 188.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 15.3
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 146.59 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 13.7
Study
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90.39 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 6.9
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,106
- Total interior livable area: 2,106 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,106
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Seasonal
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Dry, Sloped, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 985799
- Zoning: VR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1839
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $439/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $444,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,285
- Date on market: 2/16/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Sold | $925,000+5.7%$439/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24153993 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Pending sale | $874,900$415/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24153993 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $874,900+191.6%$415/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24153993 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2001 | Sold | $300,000+37%$142/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/1991 | Sold | $219,000$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,285 +3.2% | $444,700 |
| 2024 | $8,027 +4.4% | $444,700 +30.7% |
| 2023 | $7,687 -0.3% | $340,300 |
| 2022 | $7,708 +1% | $340,300 |
| 2021 | $7,633 +2.8% | $340,300 |
| 2020 | $7,422 +0.7% | $340,300 |
| 2019 | $7,367 -10.8% | $340,300 -9.9% |
| 2018 | $8,255 -0.5% | $377,800 |
| 2017 | $8,296 +2.8% | $377,800 +1% |
| 2016 | $8,071 | $374,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Essex Village
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
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.
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- 56 South Main Street
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