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Property Description
Located on coveted River Road in picturesque Essex, this charming ranch-style home offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, set on 2 beautiful acres just minutes from Essex Village. Boasting over 1,900 square feet of living space, this 3-bedroom, 3 full bathroom home features an open floor plan filled with natural light and designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The inviting living area is centered around a fireplace, while the expansive finished basement provides exceptional additional living space, ideal for a family room, home office, gym, or guest accommodations. Step outside to enjoy the outdoor patio and peaceful surroundings. Additional highlights include a two-car garage and a highly sought-after location along one of Essex's most scenic roads.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 49 River Rd
General
- Price: $1,125,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24157187
- Updated: Today (5/29/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
- Expected Market Date: 6/4/2026
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Full Bath, 15.8 x 13.2, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, 11.3 x 13, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom, 13.9 x 13, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, 19.8 x 15, Main
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Quartz Counters, Dining Area, Eating Space, 13.3 x 12.1, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Combination Liv/Din Rm, 18.7 x 12.11, Main
- Game room: Yes
- Game Room: Rec/Play Room - Full Bath, Sliders, Wall/Wall Carpet, 30.2 x 25, Lower
- Rec Room: Full Bath, Sliders, Wall/Wall Carpet, 30.2 x 25, Lower
- Laundry: Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch, Garden Area, Patio
- Color: Grey
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: GPS friendly
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- High School: Valley
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,905
- Above Ground: 1,905 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1982
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Shared, Crushed Stone
- Zoning: RU
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $510,800
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 986580
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan
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Price & Sales History for 49 River Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/29/2026
Listed
$1,125,000
350%
MLS
3/31/1992
Sold
$250,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 49 River Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,516
3%
$510,800
—
2023
$9,220
30%
$510,800
63%
2023
$7,077
-2%
$313,300
-2%
2022
$7,228
1%
$319,100
—
2021
$7,157
3%
$319,100
—
2020
$6,960
1%
$319,100
1%
2019
$6,863
-2%
$317,000
-1%
2018
$6,996
-1%
$320,200
—
2017
$7,032
2%
$320,200
—
2016
$6,910
2%
$320,200
—
2015
$6,750
—
$320,200
—
2014
$6,721
10%
$320,200
-1%
2011
$6,132
—
$322,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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49 River Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24157187) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 49 River Road is currently listed for $1,125,000 and was received on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 49 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.

