$969,000

42 N Main St Essex, CT 06426

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,646 sqft
0.4 acres
$589 / sqft
House

Property details

About 42 N Main St

Location, location, charming, one floor home in Essex Village. Seasonal water views of the Connecticut River, stroll to everything Essex Village, restaurants, marinas, galleries, boutiques, Post Office and yacht clubs. Three bedrooms, two full baths, manageable grounds, hardwood floors, lovely enclosed sunroom, and much more.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingHot Water
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,646 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.42 Acres
Year built1964
ParkingAttached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
MLS #24095406
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront
ViewWater

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Waterfront: Waterfront
  • View: Water
  • Exterior: Deck, Gutters, Garden Area, French Doors, Patio
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $969,000
  • Price/SqFt: $588
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,608
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Sloped, Cleared, Views
  • Directions: GPS friendly - must use 06426 zip code
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Living Area: 1,646 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.42 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24095406
  • 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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42 N Main St, Essex, CT 06426 - aerial perspective of suburban area featuring a large body of water and property boundaries highlighted

$969,000

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 28, 2013
Home Sold
$645,000
Sep 20, 2006
Home Sold
$575,000
May 24, 1994
Home Sold
$225,000
Oct 26, 1987
Home Sold
$60,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$476,900$8,608
2023$335,100$7,570
2022$335,100$7,590
2021$335,100$7,516

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Essex Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.4 mi

108 Main St

7

Deep River Elementary School

Public District KG-6

3.0 mi

12 River St

8

Chester Elementary School

Public District KG-6

4.7 mi

23 Ridge 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 $90,357. Residents of Essex, CT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
27%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
54%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

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 42 N Main St

The listing price of 42 N Main St property is $969,000.

The property 42 N Main St is a house located in Essex, Connecticut, 06426.

Accepting Backup Offers: 42 N Main St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 42 N Main St are: Essex Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deep River Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chester Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), 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 $8,608 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 28, 2013 for $645,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 42 N Main St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 42 N Main St is 1,646 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 42 N Main St is 1964.

This home is located at 42 N Main St in Essex, CT and zip code 06426. This 1,646 square foot home, which was built in 1964, sits on a 0.42 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $969,000.

While more than 4 listings in Essex, CT in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Essex, CT increased by 51.7% between March and April 2025.

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

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