Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/21/2026
Listed
$1,050,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Nestled in the heart of Essex Village, this exceptional c.1890 residence blends historic charm with thoughtful modern updates in one of New England's most idyllic settings. Sun-filled and spacious, the main level offers an L-shaped living room, formal dining room, a well-appointed kitchen with island, a generous private office, and an inviting family room with custom built-ins and wood floors. Spanning three levels, the home features four bedrooms-gracefully arranged with two on the second floor and two on the third-and three full baths, including a beautifully renovated first-floor bath. A rare offering in the Village, the property boasts a level yard, private patio, and a two-car garage. Recent improvements include a new roof and skylights, enhancing both comfort and peace of mind. Enjoy an effortless lifestyle just moments from Main Street, with its charming shops, restaurants, library, yacht clubs, the iconic Griswold Inn, Steamboat Dock, and the Connecticut River Museum. Essex is located halfway between Boston and New York. Set in a town once named the Best Small Town in America, this is a truly special opportunity to own a piece of historic Essex!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 38 Prospect St
General
- Price: $1,050,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24159784
- Updated: Today (3/21/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Cable - Available
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - On 3rd Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - On 3rd Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - L-Shaped, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Family Room: Family Room, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Granite Counters, Island, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Patio
- Color: white
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: West Ave to Prospect. #38 on left. gps friendly
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Regional District 4
- High School: Regional District 4
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Split System
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, 30 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Partial With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,202
- Above Ground: 2,202 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1890
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
- Zoning: VR
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Cleared
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water, Water Community
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $390,700
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 986862
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kathy Schellens
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Schools
Schools serving 38 Prospect St
School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Essex Elementary School 108 Main St., Essex, CT 06409 | PK-6 | 1.3 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 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 38 Prospect St
Tax History
Tax History for 38 Prospect St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,279
3%
$390,700
—
2023
$7,052
4%
$390,700
30%
2023
$6,768
—
$299,600
—
2022
$6,772
1%
$299,000
—
2021
$6,707
3%
$299,000
—
2020
$6,521
1%
$299,000
—
2019
$6,473
-5%
$299,000
-4%
2018
$6,793
—
$310,900
—
2017
$6,827
2%
$310,900
—
2016
$6,709
2%
$310,900
—
2015
$6,554
—
$310,900
—
2014
$6,526
4%
$310,900
-5%
2011
$6,246
—
$328,900
—
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38 Prospect Street, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24159784) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 38 Prospect Street is currently listed for $1,050,000 and was received on March 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 38 Prospect 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.