Charm abounds in this meticulously maintained riverfront home, the William Denison House. Originally built in 1767, this spacious 2,800 SQ FT 4-bedroom 2.5 bath antique colonial is sited on a magnificent .62-acre lot overlooking the Falls River with an in ground pool & a small bridge that leads to a picturesque private island. Water views include Jean's Island in the background, a part of the Essex Land Trust. Inside, you will find the perfect 1st floor layout - a formal living room w/original wood molding, FP & natural light. Located just off the living room is an office w/custom shelving, plantation blinds, French doors, & access to a small deck. The kitchen offers cork floors, S/S appls & granite counters, but the true centerpiece is the original hearth surrounded by woodwork & an original beehive oven. The kitchen opens to a dining area w/vaulted ceilings, wide planked wood floors & exposed, reclaimed beams. A huge, adjacent FR has exposed wood beams, glass slider to the backyard & access to the garage. Rare 1st fl primary suite w/remodeled shower & Jacuzzi bath. A laundry room & 1/2 bath complete the 1st fl. The 2nd fl has 2 bedrooms w/FPs, a full bath & bonus living space. A finished 3rd fl has a bedroom & a small, cozy room. Recent upgrades include solar panels, 4-zone propane heating system, HW heater, roof, EV-enabled outlet, 1st fl C/A compressor & 7 custom Marvin windows. With its old-world charm & beautiful views this home truly has it all! Custom cherry wood cabinets in the family room do not convey with the property.
Sold for $890,000
$890,000
77 Main Street, Essex, CT 06409
4beds
2,801sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1767
0.62 Acres Lot
$1,141,600 Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$6,201 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.02M - $1.30M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Hill 203-675-3942,
Seabury Hill REALTORS 203-562-1220
Bought with:
Eileen Boulay, RES.0758484
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24045793
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 235.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 15.6
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 159 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15.9
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 236.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 15.9
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 106.95 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 11.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 175.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14.6
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 343.93 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.3 x 21.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 14.9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 402.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.2 x 23.4
Heating
- Hot Water, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,801
- Total interior livable area: 2,801 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,801
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved, Driveway, Private, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Vinyl, In Ground
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Access
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Features: Sloped, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 987695
- Zoning: VR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1767
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping/Mall, Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: Centerbrook
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $501,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,056
- Date on market: 9/17/2024
- Exclusions: Custom cherry wood cabinets in the family room do not convey with the property.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2024 | Sold | $890,000-0.6%$318/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24045793 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $895,000+23.4%$320/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24045793 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2021 | Sold | $725,000$259/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170396957 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2021 | Contingent | $725,000$259/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170396957 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $725,000-1.4%$259/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170396957 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2021 | Listing removed | $735,000$262/sqft |
Source:  William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty #170340423 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2021 | Price change | $735,000-3.9%$262/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170340423 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $765,000+11%$273/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170340423 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2019 | Listing removed | $689,000$246/sqft |
Source: Page Taft - Christie's IRE #170175332 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $689,000+25%$246/sqft |
Source: Page Taft - Christie's IRE #170175332 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2005 | Sold | $551,000$197/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9084376 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,347 +3.2% | $501,700 |
| 2024 | $9,056 +24.1% | $501,700 +55.3% |
| 2023 | $7,297 0% | $323,000 +0.2% |
| 2022 | $7,298 +1% | $322,200 |
| 2021 | $7,227 +2.8% | $322,200 |
| 2020 | $7,027 +0.7% | $322,200 |
| 2019 | $6,976 -3% | $322,200 -2.2% |
| 2018 | $7,195 -0.5% | $329,300 |
| 2017 | $7,231 +1.8% | $329,300 |
| 2016 | $7,106 | $329,300 |
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Neighborhood: 06426
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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.
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