Rarely available three floor townhouse in Heritage Cove in Essex, CT. This renovated and updated unit is perfectly sited directly on North Cove. Features include custom built-ins, a well appointed kitchen with quartz countertops and island. Three bedrooms and 2 and one half baths. The sliding glass doors in the living room lead to an inviting patio with direct cove views. The master bedroom has a balcony overlooking the cove - perfect for your morning coffee. After breakfast you can stroll into Essex Village, take a dip in the pool or go out onto North Cove in your canoe or kayak. There is also a Storage Unit in the basement of each building. Essex is located equal distance between New York and Boston and the complex is only 7 miles away from the Amtrak station in Old Saybrook. Don't miss this turnkey property whether it is for year round use or your summer oasis.
Sold for $600,000
$600,000
85 River Road #L4, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
1,350sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$606,200 Zestimate®
$444/sqft
$3,137 Estimated rent
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$576,000 - $637,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Bombaci (860)304-2751,
William Raveis Real Estate 860-388-3936
Bought with:
Susan A. Malan, REB.0794430
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24154209
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Balcony/Deck, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 166.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 14.1
Bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 151.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 12.8
Bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 13.7
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Stall Shower, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 32.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.3 x 7.5
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Full Bath, Tub w/Shower, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 74.81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.4 x 10.11
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Skylight, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 27.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.3 x 5.11
Dining room
- Features: Remodeled, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 142.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 9.5
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Eating Space, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.6 x 14.7
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Patio/Terrace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 208.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 17.2
Heating
- Heat Pump, Radiant, Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Covered
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond, River Front, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring, Association Required, Access
Lot
- Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 985236
- Zoning: RU
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Essex Harbor
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Guest Parking, Pool, Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Snow Removal, Water, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance, Insurance
- HOA fee: $779 monthly
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $444/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $328,300
- Annual tax amount: $6,116
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $600,000+3.6%$444/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Pending sale | $579,000$429/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $579,000+17%$429/sqft |
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| 1/4/2023 | Sold | $495,000-5.7%$367/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170504574 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2022 | Pending sale | $525,000$389/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170504574 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2022 | Price change | $525,000-3.7%$389/sqft |
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| 7/26/2022 | Price change | $545,000-5.2%$404/sqft |
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| 6/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $575,000+105.4%$426/sqft |
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| 6/11/2019 | Sold | $280,000-3.4%$207/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170170870 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $290,000+67.6%$215/sqft |
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| 2/18/1998 | Sold | $173,000+15.3%$128/sqft |
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| 4/8/1996 | Sold | $150,000$111/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,116 +3.2% | $328,300 |
| 2024 | $5,926 +20.1% | $328,300 +50.3% |
| 2023 | $4,934 +12.5% | $218,400 +12.8% |
| 2022 | $4,387 +1% | $193,700 |
| 2021 | $4,345 +2.8% | $193,700 |
| 2020 | $4,225 +0.7% | $193,700 |
| 2019 | $4,194 +12.3% | $193,700 +13.3% |
| 2018 | $3,736 -0.5% | $171,000 |
| 2017 | $3,755 +1.8% | $171,000 |
| 2016 | $3,690 | $171,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Essex Village
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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