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Property Description
Available for the first time in nearly 90 years, this exceptional 20.8 ACRES represent one of the very last large tracts of undeveloped land in historic Essex, widely celebrated as one of America's "Best Small Towns." The property features a striking combination of 8.5 level acres of virgin open field--ideal for farming, equestrian use or building--framed beautifully by an elevated wooded backdrop. & borders the protected land of both Essex & Westbrook Land Trusts. Location & accessibility are unmatched. Boasting over 800 feet of clear-line frontage on Route 153, the parcel is positioned perfectly midway between I-95 & Route 9, just minutes to the Old Saybrook/Westbrook Amtrak/Shoreline East train station for seamless travel from Boston, New York & beyond. Soil tested for water & drainage, a local civil engineer indicates the site is primed for high-yield development. The property offers remarkable flexibility: a possible 3-6 substantial luxury residential lots or leveraging under CT Affordable Housing Law 8-30g to construct a high density multi-unit complex ranging from 33 units to perhaps 100 units, mirroring successful transit-oriented developments nearby. The land is also believed to have substantial on-site topsoil & gravel reserves for immediate asset value. NOTE This sale is contingent upon an adjoining actively listed 12+ acre parcel in Westbrook, owned by the same sellers, being sold individually, if not together. See related MLS numbers.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for Westbrook Rd
General
- Price: $2,120,000
- Taxes: (July 2026-June 2027)
- Status: Active
- Type: Land Residential
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24192566
- Updated: 8/14/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: From I-95 Exit 65, go North for 2.7 miles on Essex Rd aka Route 153 to the Essex town line. The open farmer's field on the left/west side is part of the property in Essex AND Westbrook.
- Total Lots Available: 1
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Required
- Water: Well Required, Other
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electric Available, Gas Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Planned Unit Development, Horse Property
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 20.82
- Frontage: State Road, Paved Road
- Frontage Feet: 439
- Land Improvements: None
- Zoning: RU
- Lot Description: Additional Land Avail., Treed, Borders Open Space, Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Open Lot
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $230,400
- Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Feasibility Study, Legal Description, Percolation Test, Photo/Survey, Soil Survey, Topographical Survey
- Property ID: 986290
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Todd Gould
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Schools
Schools serving Westbrook 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 | 1.7 mi |
John Winthrop Middle School 1 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT 06417 | 7-8 | 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 Westbrook Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/14/2026
Listed
$2,120,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for Westbrook Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
$27,200
—
2023
100%
$27,200
—
2021
100%
$27,200
—
2020
100%
$27,200
—
2019
100%
$27,200
—
2018
100%
$27,200
—
2017
100%
$27,200
—
2016
100%
$27,200
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2015
100%
$27,200
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2014
100%
$27,200
-74%
2011
—
$104,900
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for Westbrook Rd
Westbrook Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24192566) is a Land Residential property with a lot size of 20.82 acres. Westbrook Road is currently listed for $2,120,000 and was received on August 14, 2026. Want to learn more about Westbrook Road? Do you have questions about finding other Land Residential real estate for sale in Essex? You can browse all Essex real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

