Well appointed two story, two bedroom townhouse located in the waterfront community of Heritage Cove. An updated kitchen, primary bath, neutral color palette for the walls, trim and flooring makes this home truly move in ready. Conveniently located for on street parking and the units assigned carport. Just a stroll across the lawn to enjoy the pool and community fire table add to this unique property's appeal. A refreshing walk on the recently completed town sidewalk brings you to the village of Essex. The village offers many fine restaurants, shops and a town park with tennis courts across the street from the well regarded library. Quick access to Amtrak and Metro North. Daily commuter bus service to Hartford.
For sale
Price cut: $5.4K (6/20)
$449,500
85 River Road #G2, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
1,122sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$438,800 Zestimate®
$401/sqft
$694/mo HOA
What's special
- 64 days |
- 656 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patrick D. Kilty (860)391-1155,
William Raveis Real Estate 860-388-3936
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24170230
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck
- Level: Upper
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Living room
- Features: Sunken, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Heating
- Radiant, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,122
- Total interior livable area: 1,122 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,122
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring, Access
Lot
- Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 986979
- Zoning: RU
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Details
- Builder model: townhouse
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool, Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Snow Removal, Water, Sewer, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance
- HOA fee: $694 monthly
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $401/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $171,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,186
- Date on market: 4/25/2026
Estimated market value
$438,800
$417,000 - $461,000
$2,445/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Price change | $449,500-1.2%$401/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $454,900+129.7%$405/sqft |
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| 6/10/2002 | Sold | $198,000+55.3%$176/sqft |
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| 3/3/1999 | Sold | $127,500$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,186 +3.2% | $171,000 |
| 2024 | $3,087 -9% | $171,000 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $3,391 -0.3% | $150,100 |
| 2022 | $3,400 +1% | $150,100 |
| 2021 | $3,367 +2.8% | $150,100 |
| 2020 | $3,274 +0.7% | $150,100 |
| 2019 | $3,250 +1.2% | $150,100 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $3,210 -0.5% | $146,900 |
| 2017 | $3,226 +1.8% | $146,900 |
| 2016 | $3,170 | $146,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- High: Valley
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Essex
- 06426
- Essex Village
- 85 River Road Unit G2







