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Property Description
Charming In-Town Cape in the Heart of Essex Village! Nestled in the picturesque Connecticut River Valley, this delightful Cape-style home offers timeless charm and modern convenience just steps from Essex's vibrant Main Street. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, custom built-ins, ceiling fan and gleaming hardwood floors-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The dining room also boasts built-ins and hardwood flooring, while the cheerful kitchen includes tile floors and opens to a spacious upper-level deck, ideal for outdoor dining. Flexible living options include a main-level or upper-level primary bedroom. First floor offers one level living with bedroom and full bath. The walk-out lower level offers a generous family room with a gas log fireplace and access to a second deck, extending your living space outdoors. Enjoy the beauty of an expansive backyard with a charming storage building and a front yard wildflower garden. Energy-efficient solar panels add modern sustainability. (List of other Upgrades and Improvements Available) All of this just a short stroll to shops, restaurants, marinas, CT River Museum and the scenic Connecticut River. Located midway between New York and Boston, this is your opportunity to live the good life in one of America's best small towns-Essex, CT!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 24 Sunset Terrace
General
- Sold For: $475,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24113111
- Added to Site: 178 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor, 15.8 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11.8 x 9.5, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 18.3 x 11.1, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Gas Log Fireplace, Laminate Floor, 21.3 x 19.4, Lower
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Sliders, Tile Floor, 11.7 x 9.11, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor, 7.7 x 7.4, Main
- Office: Office - Hardwood Floor, 10.2 x 6.6, Upper
- Laundry: Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck
- Color: Gray
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: None, Off Street Parking
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: gps friendly. Take West Ave to Sunset up the hill to #24 on the left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Regional District 4
- High School: Regional District 4
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans, Split System
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, Upright Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,411
- Above Ground: 907 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 504 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1954
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Zoning: VR
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water, Water Community
Green Features
- Energy Features: Active Solar
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $241,000
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 986867
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kathy Schellens
Sold by Luxe Realty LLC, Tobias Rinaldi
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Schools
Schools serving 24 Sunset 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 | 2.5 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 24 Sunset Terrace
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2025
Sold
$475,000
-4.04%
MLS
8/14/2025
Price Reduced
$495,000
-3.88%
MLS
8/07/2025
Price Reduced
$515,000
-3.56%
MLS
7/30/2025
Price Reduced
$534,000
-2.73%
MLS
7/24/2025
Listed
$549,000
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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.
24 Sunset Terrace, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24113111) is a Single Family property that was sold at $475,000 on September 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 24 Sunset 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.

