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$990,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,202 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 13 days ago
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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 for 38 Prospect St

General

  • Sold For: $990,000
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24159784
  • Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago

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

Listing agent

— 38 Prospect St —

  • Kathy Schellens

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Agent Contact: (860) 395-4441 Office Contact: (860) 767-7488

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Schools serving 38 Prospect St

School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
NameGradesDistance
Essex Elementary School
108 Main St., Essex, CT 06409
PK-61.3 mi
John Winthrop Middle School
1 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT 06417
7-83.4 mi
Valley Regional High School
256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT 06417
9-123 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

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Sold
$990,000
-5.71%
MLS
3/21/2026
Listed
$1,050,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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

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38 Prospect Street, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24159784) is a Single Family property that was sold at $990,000 on April 30, 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.