#24105381, Colette Harron, Listing office: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

30 Main St Essex, CT 06426
Property details
About 30 Main St
30 Main St. was originally built in 1845 by James Phelps in the Greek Revival Style and located on approximately .26-acres facing charming Middle Cove and Main St. Reimagined and modernized in 2014 by the current owners; the property has been the subject of national, state and regional architecture awards for design and craftsmanship. It was rebuilt with all new plumbing, electrical, mechanicals and custom millwork. Other details include hardwood floors, a CT brownstone fireplace, a custom mural in the dining room, a great room with a large fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with a beverage station, Viking, Miele and Subzero appliances and a walk-in pantry. The second floor of the home which is accessible by a central stairway or elevator, includes a primary suite and two secondary bedrooms, all with ensuite baths. Located off the central hallway is a laundry room/pantry, making laundry convenient from the second floor. The basement floor of the home is accessible by the elevator and includes a 1,100-bottle climate-controlled wine cellar. Located behind the wine cellar are the mechanical and storage room areas and the exterior access point from the basement. The property also has a whole-house generator to keep the home operational in case of a power outage. In addition to the main house is a two story, 3-bay garage. Above the garage on the second floor, is a guest suite with an ensuite bath and coffee bar. Throughout the award-winning grounds of the property,
Highlights
(Under Contract)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Security System
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
- Waterfront: River, Waterfront, Water Access
- View: Water
- Exterior: Terrace, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
- Heating: Forced Air, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $4,495,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,288
- Annual Tax Amount: $22,849
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level, Landscaped, Views
- Directions: GPS friendly - must use 06426
- Year Built: 1845
- Living Area: 3,488 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.26 Acres
- MLS Number: 24084242
- Office Name: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
- Office Phone: (860) 767-7488
- Office Email: smalan@wpsir.com
- Listing Agent: Susan Malan
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 28, 2014 | Home Sold | $2,200,000 |
Dec 31, 2009 | Home Sold | $2,500,000 |
Jun 29, 2007 | Home Sold | $430,000 |
Jun 29, 2007 | Home Sold | $645,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,265,900 | $22,849 |
2023 | $1,012,000 | $22,861 |
2022 | $1,011,400 | $22,908 |
2021 | $1,011,400 | $22,686 |
2020 | $1,011,400 | $22,059 |
2019 | $1,011,400 | $21,897 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Essex Elementary School
Public District PK-6
1.6 mi
•108 Main St
7
Deep River Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.4 mi
•12 River St
6
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
Public District PK-6
4.5 mi
•80 Old Boston Post Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $88,665. The majority of Essex, CT residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 30 Main St
The listing price of 30 Main St property is $4,495,000.
The property 30 Main St is a house located in Essex, Connecticut, 06426.
Sale Pending: 30 Main St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 30 Main St are: Essex Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deep River Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kathleen E. Goodwin School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), John Winthrop Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lyme - Old Lyme Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Old Saybrook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Valley Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lyme - Old Lyme High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Old Saybrook Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $22,849 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 28, 2014 for $2,200,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 30 Main St has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 30 Main St is 3,488 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 30 Main St is 1845.
This home is located at 30 Main St in Essex, CT and zip code 06426. This 3,488 square foot home, which was built in 1845, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,495,000.
Over 6 listings were sold over their listed price in June 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 May and June 2025, Essex, CT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 2.2%.