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.
Coming soon 04/16
$450,000
85 River Road #M4, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
1,006sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$447/sqft
$610/mo HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 08:29am
Listed by:
Louisa Ketron (860)395-7967,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-388-3411
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24163712
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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
- Radiant, 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
- Number of fireplaces: 1
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
- 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: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
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: $610 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: 4/2/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/11/2010 | Sold | $200,000+14.3%$199/sqft |
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| 9/28/2000 | Sold | $175,000+49.6%$174/sqft |
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| 5/31/1996 | Sold | $117,000$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
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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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,548/mo
Principal & interest
$2225
Property taxes
$713
HOA Fees
$610
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
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