Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/12/2026
Listed
$549,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/38
$549,000 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/38
Property Description
Welcome to 18 Orchard Heights Road, a charming modified saltbox colonial located at the end of a cul-de-sac in a desirable neighborhood. This home offers exceptional convenience, located just minutes from the boutique shops and historic charm of downtown Essex, with quick access to the vast amenities, dining, and shoreline conveniences of neighboring Old Saybrook. Inside, the home features a light-filled, functional layout designed for seamless main-level living including a first-floor primary suite, dedicated laundry space, and a recently updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and ample cabinetry. A spacious family room opens to a private deck, located at the rear of the property. The second floor boasts two more bedrooms and a full bath with an additional 600 square feet (per tax card) of unfinished space, presenting an incredible opportunity to create a second primary suite, home office, play area, or bonus room tailored to your needs. Combining timeless character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location near the best of the Lower Connecticut River Valley, 18 Orchard Heights Road is ready to welcome its next owners home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18 Orchard Heights Rd
General
- Price: $549,000
- Taxes: (July 2026-June 2027)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24200706
- Updated: 9/12/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 11 x 17, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 18, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 18, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 11 x 30, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Hardwood Floor, 16 x 19, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 11 x 19, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Shed, Deck, Hot Tub
- Color: Blue
Parking
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking: Driveway
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: CT-154 to Stanford Hill Rd. Turn left onto Orchard Heights.
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Propane, Tankless Hotwater
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Concrete Floor
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 2,648
- Above Ground: 2,648 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1973
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.65
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Gravel
- Zoning: RU
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Cleared
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $307,500
- Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 987623
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Erin Borruso
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
Listing agent
— 18 Orchard Heights Rd —
Erin Borruso
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Agent Contact: (860) 227-4023 Office Contact: (860) 767-7488
NMLS#: 1598647Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 18 Orchard Heights Rd
School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Essex Elementary School 108 Main St., Essex, CT 06409 | PK-6 | 1.2 mi |
John Winthrop Middle School 1 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 7-8 | 3.4 mi |
Valley Regional High School 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 9-12 | 3.1 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 18 Orchard Heights Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 18 Orchard Heights Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,729
1%
$307,500
-2%
2023
$5,668
10%
$314,000
37%
2023
$5,162
—
$228,500
—
2022
$5,176
1%
$228,500
—
2021
$5,125
3%
$228,500
—
2020
$4,984
1%
$228,500
—
2019
$4,947
-7%
$228,500
-6%
2018
$5,334
—
$244,100
—
2017
$5,360
2%
$244,100
—
2016
$5,268
2%
$244,100
—
2015
$5,146
—
$244,100
—
2014
$5,124
-6%
$244,100
-15%
2011
$5,458
—
$287,400
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 18 Orchard Heights Rd
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,523Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,296Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 2,718Sq. Ft.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 8 hours ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 3,143Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,861Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 4,043Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,523Sq. Ft.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,104Sq. Ft.
- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 2Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,565Sq. Ft.
Listed by Joel Lucas (860) 304-9150
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 4,109Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,904Sq. Ft.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Closed
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,376Sq. Ft.
Listed by Linda Toscano
Sold by RE/MAX One
Sold by RE/MAX One
18 Orchard Heights Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24200706) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 18 Orchard Heights Road is currently listed for $549,000 and was received on September 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 18 Orchard Heights Road? 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.