$10,000

closing credit¹

1 Bushnell St Essex, CT 06426

$1,495,000
2 beds
2 full, 2 partial
2,637 sqft
0.8 acres
$567 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1 Bushnell St

Located near the mouth of the CT River, Essex CT has been voted in numerous publications as one of the best small towns in America. This home has been recognized by locals as one of the most historical landmark footprints in the area for its huge front yard and exceptional Barn reconstruction plus being featured in historical homes books and Christmas in CT books. Located so close to every nautical in Essex this masterpiece home offers extreme post and beam cathedral construction capturing the eye in every direction. The custom kitchen, dining room for 16 and family room are at the base level entrance of the home as is the office, laundry and mechanicals. The mid level living room with floor to ceiling fireplace chimney is spectacular and seamlessly joins wide wood floors, huge beams and bright new windows together to incredible heights. This home has two primary suites, one on the mid level and one on the upper level. The mid level primary has a full bathroom and huge walk in closet. The upper suite has a FB and balcony. This upper level also has a lounging loft for extra bedding if needed. French doors off the living room lead to the beautiful patios and landscaped grounds. Some upgrades include, Anderson windows installed 2023, Central Air 2022, EV charger 2024. Buderus boiler 2011, Roth oil tank 2022. Hybrid cycle water heater less than 10 years old. Vermont Castings Wood Stove 2020. So close to Main St Essex the CT River and Long Island Sound, 2 hours to NY and Boston.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Coal Stove
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Split System, Whole House Fan
Size2,637 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.82 Acres
Year built1985
ParkingNone, Driveway
MLS #24055886
WaterfrontWaterfront, Water Access, Harbor
ViewWater

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24055886
  • Office Name: Chiarito Real Estate LLC
  • Office Phone: (860) 227-2074
  • Office Email: al.chiarito@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Al Chiarito

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 21, 1995
Home Sold
$360,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$676,600$12,213
2023$573,500$12,955
2022$568,100$12,867
2021$568,100$12,742
2020$568,100$12,390
2019$568,100$12,299

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Essex Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.5 mi

108 Main St

7

Deep River Elementary School

Public District KG-6

3.2 mi

12 River St

6

Kathleen E. Goodwin School

Public District PK-6

4.8 mi

80 Old Boston Post Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $88,665. Most Essex, CT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
19%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
38%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1 Bushnell St

This home is located at 1 Bushnell St in Essex, CT and zip code 06426. This 2,637 square foot home, which was built in 1985, sits on a 0.82 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,495,000.

Over 0 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Essex, CT. In the same period over 6 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. Between December and January 2025, Essex, CT real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 13.8%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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