Good design is all about the details and this home simply has it all! Well maintained and beautifully decorated, the spacious open floor plan of this unique contemporary focuses on clean, simple lines allowing interior spaces to blend beautifully with the natural surroundings. A welcoming entrance makes a great first impression and leads to the light-filled living room centered around the fireplace and a formal dining room, striking the perfect balance of relaxed & refined. The well-appointed Chef's kitchen with casual dining area and adjacent family room with custom built-in bookshelves is designed for everyday living. A private study with French doors opens to the gardens & a fabulous in-home office with half bath completes the first level. Upstairs you will find the primary suite with a spa-like bath and three guest bedrooms...where every detail has been considered. The lower level recreation room features a built-in wine closet and offers easy access to mechanicals. A private terrace overlooking park-like grounds is ideal for outdoor entertaining. Prominently set on an acre, the property is bordered by professionally landscaped grounds including lovely perennial gardens, beautiful rock outcroppings & a variety of mature trees. With no detail overlooked or expense spared, this extraordinary property is a wonderful full-time residence or the ideal weekend retreat. Conveniently located close to the Village, enjoy all Essex has to offer. Schedule your private tour today. Please see sellers list of improvements under MLS Attachments. New hardwood floors-first and second floor. Home recently painted inside and out. New Roof on main house. Possible first floor master suite...see MLS attachment with design plan. Underground sprinkler system. Generac whole House Generator included in sale. Lower level recreation room has not been included in overall square footage listed. Turn-key option: Easements:see deed. Located between New York City and Boston with easy access to Providence, New Haven & Hartford.
Sold for $1,000,000
$1,000,000
31 Book Hill Road, Essex, CT 06426
4beds
3,368sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
1 Acres Lot
$1,094,900 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$4,656 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,094,900
$1.04M - $1.16M
$4,656/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 01, 2024 at 12:30am
Listed by:
Peg Mitchel 860-391-1701,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Kyle Hinding 860-857-4219,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Rose Ciardiello, RES.0798086
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24007047
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 329.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 22.1
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.6
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 153.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.4
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 109.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 11.4
Primary bathroom
- Features: Skylight, Double-Sink, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 107.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 11.2
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 43.74 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.4 x 8.1
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 5.6
Dining room
- Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Travertine Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 165.39 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 14.9
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 190.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 15.4
Living room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 381.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 24.6
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 128.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9.9
Rec play room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 473 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27.5 x 17.2
Rec play room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 473 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.2 x 27.5
Study
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 14.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,368
- Total interior livable area: 3,368 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,368
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Stone
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 987933
- Zoning: RU
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vertical Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Park
Location
- Region: Essex
- Subdivision: Essex Village
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2024 | Sold | $1,000,000+0.5%$297/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24007047 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2024 | Pending sale | $995,000$295/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24007047 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $995,000-5.2%$295/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24007047 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Smart MLS #170602056 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+53.3%$312/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170602056 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,122 +3.2% | $382,300 |
| 2024 | $6,901 -2.8% | $382,300 +21.6% |
| 2023 | $7,102 +2.9% | $314,400 +3.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- Middle: Winthrop
- 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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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Essex
- 06426
- Essex Village
- 31 Book Hill Road