Historic charm meets modern comfort in this 1900 Pratt Reed farmhouse. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, including a finished third-floor with beautiful views of the backyard. The main level offers a welcoming living room, dining room, and a spacious rear deck ideal for entertaining. Outdoors, enjoy two outbuildings & two fenced garden areas Located above the Ivoryton Playhouse, this property is just minutes from the Connecticut River, the Essex Steam Train, and downtown Essex with its shops and dining. Updated bathrooms and a generator hookup add convenience to this timeless home. Experience low taxes and an exceptional quality of life in one of Connecticut's most charming small towns.
Sold for $425,000 on 10/31/25
$425,000
14 Blake Street, Essex, CT 06442
3beds
1,129sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.54 Acres Lot
$428,500 Zestimate®
$376/sqft
$2,823 Estimated rent
Home value
$428,500
$407,000 - $450,000
$2,823/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 03, 2025 at 01:58pm
Listed by:
Craig Milton 860-391-3811,
Re/Max Valley Shore 860-388-1228
Bought with:
Melissa Chevalley, RES.0827556
Re/Max Valley Shore
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24123474
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: Laundry Hookup
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Sliders
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Features
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,129
- Total interior livable area: 1,129 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,129
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None, Off Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Level, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 987607
- Zoning: VR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ivoryton
- Subdivision: Ivoryton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $425,000+6.3%$376/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24123474 | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Pending sale | $399,900$354/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24123474 | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900+19.4%$354/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24123474 | ||
| 6/13/2022 | Sold | $335,000$297/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170480603 | ||
| 4/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $335,000+148.1%$297/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170480603 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,815 +3.2% | $204,800 |
| 2024 | $3,697 +8.9% | $204,800 +36.3% |
| 2023 | $3,395 -0.5% | $150,300 -0.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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