Sold for $425,000

$425,000

85 River Road #M4, Essex, CT 06426

2beds

1,006sqft

Condominium

Built in 1967

-- sqft lot

$425,100 Zestimate^®

$422/sqft

$2,069 Estimated rent

Home value

$425,100

$404,000 - $446,000

$2,069/mo

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What's special

Tennis courtIn-ground poolNewer appliancesGranite countertops

River views from your living room, primary bedroom and patio. Meticulously maintained two bedroom ground floor unit. Brick fireplace with lovely wood mantelpiece surround. Kitchen updates include granite countertops, newer appliances and open plan with large island. Bathroom entry from primary bedroom has larger door and level shower handicap access. Patio with brick and flagstone has water view. In-ground pool, tennis court and kayak storage by the river's edge. Convenient to all town amenities and commuter bus lot. Enjoy Essex Steam Train, The Griswold Inn and Ivoryton Playhouse nearby.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Wall/Wall Carpet
Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Dining room

Level: Main

Kitchen

Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Laundry Hookup, Tile Floor
Level: Main

Living room

Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Patio/Terrace, Sliders
Level: Main

Heating

Baseboard, Electric

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Wired for Data, Open Floorplan
Basement: Partial,Shared Basement,Storage Space,Concrete
Attic: None
Has fireplace: No
Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,006
Total interior livable area: 1,006 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,006

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Carport, Paved
Garage spaces: 1
Has carport: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: 32" Minimum Door Widths, Accessible Bath, Bath Grab Bars, Lever Door Handles

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Patio
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Gunite, Fenced, In Ground
Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: Walk to Water

Lot

Features: Few Trees

Details

Additional structures: Pool House
Parcel number: 987871
Zoning: RU

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Condominium
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Brick, Wood Siding

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1967

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Shared Septic
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Near Public Transport, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
Subdivision: Essex Village

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
Amenities included: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse
Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Snow Removal
HOA fee: $639 monthly

Location

Region: Essex

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $422/sqft
Tax assessed value: $193,600
Annual tax amount: $3,607
Date on market: 5/21/2026

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/6/2026	Sold	$425,000-5.6%$422/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24177495 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Pending sale	$450,000$447/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24177495 Report a problem
4/16/2026	Listed for sale	$450,000+125%$447/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24163712 Report a problem
1/11/2010	Sold	$200,000+14.3%$199/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #M9113389 Report a problem
9/28/2000	Sold	$175,000+49.6%$174/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #M9060016 Report a problem
5/31/1996	Sold	$117,000$116/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,607 +3.2%	$193,600
2024	$3,494 +21.2%	$193,600 +51.7%
2023	$2,882 -0.3%	$127,600
2022	$2,890 +1%	$127,600
2021	$2,862 +2.8%	$127,600
2020	$2,783 +0.7%	$127,600
2019	$2,763 -10.5%	$127,600 -9.7%
2018	$3,087 -0.5%	$141,300
2017	$3,103 +1.8%	$141,300
2016	$3,049	$141,300