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$4,495,000

30 Main St Essex, CT 06426

4 beds
4 full, 1 partial
3,488 sqft
0.3 acres
$1,289 / sqft
House

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

Home typeOther
HeatingForced Air, Other
StatusSale Pending
(Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,488 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.26 Acres
Year built1845
ParkingDetached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
MLS #24084242
Garage3 spaces
WaterfrontRiver, Waterfront, Water Access
ViewWater

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

DateEventPrice
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

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

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.

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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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%.

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

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