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Property Description
30 Main St. was originally built in 1845 by James Phelps in the Greek Revival Style and located on approximately .26-acres facing charming Middle Cove and Main St. Reimagined and modernized in 2014 by the current owners; the property has been the subject of national, state and regional architecture awards for design and craftsmanship. It was rebuilt with all new plumbing, electrical, mechanicals and custom millwork. Other details include hardwood floors, a CT brownstone fireplace, a custom mural in the dining room, a great room with a large fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with a beverage station, Viking, Miele and Subzero appliances and a walk-in pantry. The second floor of the home which is accessible by a central stairway or elevator, includes a primary suite and two secondary bedrooms, all with ensuite baths. Located off the central hallway is a laundry room/pantry, making laundry convenient from the second floor. The basement floor of the home is accessible by the elevator and includes a 1,100-bottle climate-controlled wine cellar. Located behind the wine cellar are the mechanical and storage room areas and the exterior access point from the basement. The property also has a whole-house generator to keep the home operational in case of a power outage. In addition to the main house is a two story, 3-bay garage. Above the garage on the second floor, is a guest suite with an ensuite bath and coffee bar. Throughout the award-winning grounds of the property,
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 30 Main St
General
- Sold For: $4,400,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24084242
- Added to Site: 319 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Rooms/Areas: Laundry Room, Wine Cellar
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Security System
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Suite: Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floo, 17.5 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 11 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 15.3 x 14.1, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 15.2 x 14.9, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, 18.3 x 13.9, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Dining Area, Wet Bar, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, 24.4 x 10.3, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 18.1 x 12.5, Main
- Laundry: Upper Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Terrace, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
- Color: Yellow
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: GPS friendly - must use 06426
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Hydro Air, Other, Propane
- Heating Fuel: Propane
- Water Heater: Propane, Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Antique
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Other
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Flat
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 3,488
- Above Ground: 3,488 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1845
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Shared, Other
- Zoning: EV
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Water View
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River, View, Access
Green Features
- Energy Features: Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $1,274,800
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: See detailed inclusion/exclusion with the supplements
- Property ID: 987632
Listed and Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan
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Schools
Schools serving 30 Main St
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 | 2.3 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 30 Main St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/11/2025
Sold
$4,400,000
-2.11%
MLS
4/15/2025
Listed
$4,495,000
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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.
30 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24084242) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,400,000 on July 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 30 Main Street? 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.

