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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,359 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 4 days ago

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28 River Road,Essex, CT 06426

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    28 River Road,Essex, CT 06426
    28 River RoadEssexCT06426
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The Benjamin F. Post House, c. 1801, has been thoroughly and thoughtfully updated to provide all the amenities of modern living while respecting the historical integrity of the home. A sidewalk just steps from the property leads directly into the heart of Essex Village, an approximately 20-minute walk to its shops, restaurants, marina, and waterfront. Set on a .48-acre professionally landscaped lot backing up to a quiet wooded area, the fenced-in backyard boasts a beautiful gunite pool and a generous pool deck/patio, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Inside on the first floor, there is a light-filled chef's kitchen, well-appointed with upscale appliances including a commercial-grade six-burner range, a large center island, and ample counter space. There is also a formal dining room, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a library with a gas fireplace and built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. An additional room with its own exterior entrance could serve as an office or a potential first-floor bedroom. A lovely four-season sunroom overlooks the pool deck and features a convenient wet bar complete with a beverage chiller. There is also a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite has an updated ensuite bathroom with marble finishes, a large walk-in closet, and a spacious sitting area. There are also two more bedrooms, another den/office area, a second updated bathroom, and laundry. Offering historic character, modern comforts, privacy, and

Full Property Details for 28 River Rd

General

  • Price: $1,650,000
  • Taxes: (July 2026-June 2027)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24196638
  • Updated: 8/18/2026
  • Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Suite: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 10 x 11.7, Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 12.4 x 18.1, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 13.1 x 10.8, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 20.4 x 12.6, Main
  • Family Room: Family Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 12.5 x 17.1, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen - Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling, Island, Hardwood Floor, 12.4 x 17.3, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 20.4 x 8.11, Main
  • Office: Office - Hardwood Floor, 10 x 19.3, Main
  • Den: Den - Hardwood Floor, 13.1 x 10.8, Upper
  • Study: Hardwood Floor, 12.5 x 14, Upper

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground Pool

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Color: White

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 5
  • Parking: Detached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Neighborhood: Essex Village
  • Driving Directions: GPS friendly

School Information

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Valley

Community

  • Community Name: Essex Village

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Hot Air, Propane
  • Heating Fuel: Propane
  • Water Heater: Propane, 40 Gallon Tank

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Private Well

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum
  • Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 2,359
  • Above Ground: 2,359 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1790

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Cement, Other
  • Zoning: RU
  • Lot Description: Fence - Privacy, Lightly Wooded, Dry, Professionally Landscaped

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $494,400
  • Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 985594

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan

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Schools serving 28 River Rd

School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
NameGradesDistance
Essex Elementary School
108 Main St., Essex, CT 06409
PK-61.4 mi
John Winthrop Middle School
1 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT 06417
7-82.9 mi
Valley Regional High School
256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT 06417
9-122.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 28 River Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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8/18/2026
Listed
$1,650,000
50%
MLS
6/14/2021
Sold
$1,100,000
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Tax History for 28 River Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,211
3%
$494,400
—
2023
$8,924
26%
$494,400
58%
2023
$7,062
—
$312,600
—
2022
$7,080
1%
$312,600
—
2021
$7,012
4%
$312,600
1%
2020
$6,748
1%
$309,400
—
2019
$6,699
7%
$309,400
8%
2018
$6,236
—
$285,400
—
2017
$6,263
2%
$285,200
—
2016
$6,155
2%
$285,200
—
2015
$6,012
—
$285,200
—
2014
$5,986
-20%
$285,200
-28%
2011
$7,528
—
$396,400
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28 River Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24196638) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 28 River Road is currently listed for $1,650,000 and was received on August 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 28 River 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.

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