Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/23/2026
Listed
$3,500
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MLS
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Property Description
FURNISHED SUMMER RENTAL: In the heart of Essex Village, this furnished historic carriage house offers a rare summer retreat full of charm, privacy, and character. Originally built in the 1880s as the barn for a grand estate, where the horses were once housed, the home has been thoughtfully converted with meticulous attention to preserving its heritage while balancing modern comfort. Many remnants of its original era and function remain, creating a space rich in warmth, detail, and authenticity. Inside, the home features soaring 13-foot ceilings, a spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining area, two bedrooms, two baths, and a bright upper office ideal for reading, writing, or working from home. The kitchen offers solid oak cabinetry, dual-zone heating, and a heated floor for cozy mornings. Unique details include two original stained-glass windows from a 16th-century European church. Outside, enjoy a private patio and direct gated access to 18 acres of protected Land Trust property directly next door, ideal for quiet morning walks and peaceful time in nature. Formerly the Cheney-Downing Estate, the setting carries a notable connection to Essex history. Located across from the Essex Library and Town Hall, and just moments from marinas, shops, and dining, this is a truly special seasonal rental in one of Connecticut's most charming villages.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 32 West Ave
General
- Rent: $3,500
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24161634
- Updated: 3/26/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Rental Type: Summer Furnished
- Lease Terms: Per Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Beams, Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Beams, Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Dining Area, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Garden Area, Stone Wall, French Doors, Patio
- Color: Slate Blue
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off Street Parking, Driveway, Unpaved
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: 32 West Ave. directly across from city hall and library. Rear lot.
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Valley
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Propane
- Heating Fuel: Propane
- Water Heater: Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Antique, Barn
- Description/Design: Seasonal Property
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vertical Siding
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Unfinished
- Square Feet: 2,176
- Above Ground: 2,176 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1880
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.6
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private
- Zoning: VR
- Lot Description: Rear Lot, Interior Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tenant Pays: Common Area Maintenance, Credit Check
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 986576
Listed by Realty ONE Group Connect, Joseph Ansah and Realty ONE Group Connect, Jeff Gagliardo
Schools
Schools serving 32 West Ave
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 | 3.2 mi |
Valley Regional High School 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 9-12 | 2.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 32 West Ave
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,196Sq. Ft.
Listed by Lisa Golebiewski (860) 434-8600
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 hour ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,120Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 hour ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,120Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,196Sq. Ft.
Listed by Lisa Golebiewski (860) 434-8600
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 3Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 2,766Sq. Ft.
- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 14 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 940Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,247Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 768Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 minutes ago
- 7Beds
- 7Total Baths
- 5,075Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Closed
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,186Sq. Ft.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Sold by Coldwell Banker Realty
Sold by Coldwell Banker Realty
- Single Family
- Closed
- Updated 1 hour ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,400Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Closed
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,122Sq. Ft.
Listed and Sold by Rick Greene
32 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24161634) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 32 West Avenue is currently listed for rent at $3,500 and was received on March 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 32 West Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Essex? You can browse all Essex rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.