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.
For sale
$450,000
85 River Road #M4, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
1,006sqft
Condominium
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$447/sqft
$639/mo HOA
What's special
Tennis courtIn-ground poolNewer appliancesGranite countertops
- 38 days |
- 374 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Louisa Ketron (860)395-7967,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-388-3411
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24177495
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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: $447/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,607
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Essex
- 06426
- Essex Village
- 85 River Road Unit M4
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