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Property Description
Good design is all about the details and this quintessential New England Cape located in the heart of the village is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Well maintained, this charming home has been architecturally redesigned and expanded by the current owners. A warm and welcoming entrance makes a great first impression and leads to elegant well-proportioned rooms that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Designed for the way we live today, a well-appointed kitchen with cherry cabinets opens to a casual dining area and a cozy sitting area with a bay window overlooking park-like grounds. The light-filled living room, centered around the fireplace, features lovely crown moldings and gleaming hardwood floors. The spacious primary suite offers desirable one floor living and features a remodeled bath, a walk-in-closet and easy access to the laundry area. Upstairs you will find two charming guest rooms with a shared bath. Ideal for outdoor entertaining, a private bluestone terrace opens to a spacious level yard bordered by colorful perennials mature plantings, along with the stately maples, oaks and evergreens that adorn the property. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence or ideal weekend retreat enjoy all Essex has to offer...just a short stroll to the Essex Library, Cross Lots Preserve, The Connecticut River Museum, unique shops, restaurants...including the historic c. 1776 Griswold Inn, marinas, yacht clubs and so much more.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12 Grandview Terrace
General
- Sold For: $720,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24083420
- Added to Site: 323 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer
- Interior Features: Cable - Available, Central Vacuum
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Remodeled, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, 19.9 x 14.9, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Walk-In Closet, Wall/Wall Carpet, 10.3 x 11.8, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 17.9 x 11.5, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 19.6 x 15.2, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Breakfast Bar, 9.1 x 11.6, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, 10.9 x 16, Main
- Den: Den - Bay/Bow Window, Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floor, 12.8 x 9.1, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
- Color: Red
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: Essex Viilage-West Ave to Grandview Terrace. Home is on the left. Sign-GPS friendly
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ductless
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Air, Electric, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Partial With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,099
- Above Ground: 2,099 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1935
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
- Zoning: VR
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
Green Features
- Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $336,100
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 986473
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Schools
Schools serving 12 Grandview Terrace
School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valley Regional High School 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12 Grandview Terrace
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2025
Sold
$720,000
-9.43%
MLS
4/04/2025
Listed
$795,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
12 Grandview Terrace, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24083420) is a Single Family property that was sold at $720,000 on August 12, 2025. This property was listed by Kyle Hinding from our Old Lyme/Old Saybrook/Essex Office.Want to learn more about 12 Grandview Terrace? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Essex? You can browse all Essex real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.



