For sale
$400,000
2beds
1,122sqft
85 River Road #G2, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
1,122sqft
Condominium, townhouse
Built in 1967
1 Garage space
$357 price/sqft
$694/mo HOA
What's special
Resort-style poolWater viewsCozy community fire tableStylish neutral finishes throughoutRefreshed primary bathQuiet peaceful settingSeamless outdoor living
Experience effortless waterfront community living in this well cared for 2-bedroom, 2-story townhouse. Featuring an updated kitchen, refreshed primary bath, and stylish neutral finishes throughout, every detail of this home says move-in ready. Enjoy seamless outdoor living with a short walk across the lawn to the resort-style pool and cozy community fire table. Complete with water views in a quiet peaceful setting. Parking is a breeze with on-street options plus your own assigned carport.
- 41 days |
- 795 |
- 14 |
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24197399
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rob McConville (203)848-4513,
RE/MAX Heritage 203-646-2380
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24197399
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- 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
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Heating
- Radiant, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
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
- 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, River Front, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring
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
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: Essex Village
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Snow Removal, Water, Sewer, Pest Control, Pool Service
- HOA fee: $694 monthly
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $357/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $171,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,293
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000-11%$357/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24197399 | ||
| 8/6/2026 | Listing removed | $449,500$401/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170230 | ||
| 6/20/2026 | Price change | $449,500-1.2%$401/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170230 | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $454,900+129.7%$405/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170230 | ||
| 6/10/2002 | Sold | $198,000+55.3%$176/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 3/3/1999 | Sold | $127,500$114/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$3,548/mo
Principal & interest
$2221
HOA Fees
$694
Property taxes
$633
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
Essex Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 2 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
5/10John Winthrop Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 3.4 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10Student Progress Rating
1/10Valley Regional High School
Grades 9-12 • 3 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
7/10