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Property Description
Set on a picturesque street in the charming town of Essex, 7 Orchard Heights Road offers classic New England living with spacious interiors and inviting outdoor spaces designed for everyday comfort and entertaining. This well maintained Colonial features a generously sized kitchen with ample cabinetry and workspace, flowing seamlessly into the main living areas for easy gatherings and relaxed daily living. A beautiful wraparound porch creates the perfect setting for morning coffee, summer evenings, and nighttime gatherings with friends and family. Offering 5-6 bedrooms, this spacious home provides exceptional flexibility for guests, home offices, or multigenerational living. The finished third floor adds valuable additional living space, ideal for a playroom, studio, or private retreat. The finished lower level is designed for recreation and relaxation, complete with a movie room, gym area, and full bathroom. and patio with separate entrance creating the perfect extension of the home for guests spending time, entertaining and everyday enjoyment.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7 Orchard Heights Rd
General
- Sold For: $925,000
- HOA FEE: $25/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: (July 2026-June 2027)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24176664
- Added to Site: 147 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11.1 x 8.8, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 12.5 x 11.1, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 13.9 x 11.5, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 13.9 x 13, Upper
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 14 x 12.6, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Hardwood Floor, 26.5 x 15.1, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 16.2 x 13.3, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Granite Counters, Island, Hardwood Floor, 22 x 13.4, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 13.9 x 15.2, Main
- Laundry: Upper Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Shed, Porch, Deck, Garden Area
- Color: White
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Paved, Driveway
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: 154 North to Stanford Hill Road. Continue to Russet Lane then turn right onto Orchard Heights. Home down the private paved driveway.
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Grounds Maintenance
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Full With Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 2,772
- Above Ground: 2,772 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2002
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.89
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private, Shared, Paved
- Zoning: RU
- Lot Description: Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $300
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $457,100
- Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 987631
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Tammy Tinnerello
Sold by Willow Properties, Ann Bergendahl
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Schools
Schools serving 7 Orchard Heights Rd
School Districts:Essex School District, Regional High School District 04
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Essex Elementary School 108 Main St., Essex, CT 06409 | PK-6 | 1.1 mi |
John Winthrop Middle School 1 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 7-8 | 3.3 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 7 Orchard Heights Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2026
Sold
$925,000
5.71%
MLS
7/15/2026
Price Reduced
$875,000
-7.8%
MLS
5/21/2026
Listed
$949,000
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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.
7 Orchard Heights Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24176664) is a Single Family property that was sold at $925,000 on August 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 7 Orchard Heights 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.

