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Property Description
Sited on an exquisitely landscaped 1.5 acre parcel in the Village of Essex, this Circa 1853 residence exudes elegance throughout and has been carefully renovated, focusing on the integrity of the original structure while incorporating all modern amenities for carefree living. Professionally landscaped featuring a lawn sweeping down to a picturesque pond with stone bulkhead, and a stunning Gunite pool set immediately off the sunroom of the house, a blue stone terrace encompasses the entire West fa?ade, creating an ideal space for outdoor living and entertaining…and included with the property is a significant deeded 25 foot right of way leading to idyllic Middle Cove. The interior of the residence features a fabulous living room with fireplace and French doors opening to the exterior terrace, a formal dining room, and an incredible Chef's kitchen with island seating as well as a cozy banquette for casual dining. The primary suite is secluded in its own wing from the other two bedrooms, each with ensuite bath, and was designed with a unique vaulted ceiling and French doors that lead to an intimate balcony overlooking the custom gardens. Architectural plans are available for the construction of a separate guest house on the opposite side of the pond, if you require a multi-generational Village estate! This property is also available for rent or lease to purchase. Simply stunning!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12 Racketts Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,675,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 170554386
- Added to Site: 1, 121 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Laundry Room
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bath - Built, 10 x 13, Upper
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Balcony/Deck, Beams, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling, Wi, 19 x 17, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Cedar Closet, Wide Board Floor, 12 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Full Bath, Wide Board Floor, 20 x 14, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Bay/Bow Window, Built-Ins, Dry Bar, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, 33 x 18, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Island, Pantry, Tile Floor, 21 x 15, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 20 x 12, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Garden Area, Gazebo, Porch-Enclosed, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
- Color: Gray
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: GPS Friendly
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Air, Radiant, Oil, Propane
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Propane
- Water Heater: Domestic, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Antique
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 3,637
- Above Ground: 3,637 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1853
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.46
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private, Crushed Stone
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Some Wetlands, Corner Lot, Fence - Full, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Access, River, View, Walk to Water
Green Features
- Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $670,700
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 987518
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jennifer Caulfield
Sold by Compass Connecticut, LLC, Geoff Gordon
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Schools
Schools serving 12 Racketts Ln
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 | 3.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12 Racketts Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/11/2024
Sold
$1,675,000
-0.89%
MLS
12/05/2023
Price Reduced
$1,690,000
-5.59%
MLS
11/13/2023
Price Reduced
$1,790,000
-2.72%
MLS
10/19/2023
Price Reduced
$1,840,000
-2.65%
MLS
9/11/2023
Price Reduced
$1,890,000
-4.3%
MLS
6/26/2023
Price Reduced
$1,975,000
-12.22%
MLS
3/27/2023
Price Reduced
$2,250,000
-11.76%
MLS
3/10/2023
Listed
$2,550,000
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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 Racketts Lane, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 170554386) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,675,000 on January 11, 2024. Want to learn more about 12 Racketts Lane? 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.

