Just what you've been looking for in Essex! This spacious hipped roof home sits on a cul de sac just over one mile to Essex Elementary and 2 miles to Essex Main Street. A vaulted entry and turned staircase greet you with a formal living and dining room flanking the entry with French doors and wainscoting. The center island kitchen is well-updated with a stainless gas range. There is tremendous prep and storage space and a spacious eat in area opening to the patio and to great room with gas fireplace and built-in bookcases. There is a well planned mudroom and laundry room with separate entrance to the rear yard. Find incredible updates including new exterior paint, interior paint and hardwood flooring throughout first and second floors. Upstairs find a primary bedroom with stunning glass shower, vessel tub, an expansive adjacent office and three additional bedrooms. Finally, there is a well-finished lower level not included in the square footage. Step outside to the NEW stone patio and terrific inground pool. There is a firepit area, a shed, three car garage and a manageable, level yard surrounded by open space with walking trails accessed directly from the property. A terrific place to call home! Patio was just completed and the pool fence will be re-installed prior to closing.
Sold for $657,500 on 12/27/22
$657,500
26 Brooks Lane, Essex, CT 06442
4beds
3,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
1.35 Acres Lot
$797,200 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$4,148 Estimated rent
Home value
$797,200
$757,000 - $845,000
$4,148/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 27, 2022 at 02:17pm
Listed by:
Nancy Mesham Team,
Nancy Mesham 860-227-9071,
Coldwell Banker Realty 860-434-8600
Bought with:
Carla Corrigan
eXp Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170527189
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Remodeled, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Great room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Built-in Features, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Office
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 20
Rec play room
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,250
- Total interior livable area: 3,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Vinyl, Solar Cover
Lot
- Size: 1.35 Acres
- Features: Rear Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Open Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 985778
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Windows
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Ivoryton
- Subdivision: Ivoryton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2022 | Sold | $657,500-2.6%$202/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170527189 | ||
| 12/7/2022 | Contingent | $675,000$208/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170527189 | ||
| 10/21/2022 | Price change | $675,000-2.9%$208/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170527189 | ||
| 10/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $695,000+54.4%$214/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170527189 | ||
| 8/31/2018 | Sold | $450,000-8%$138/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170099494 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,644 +3.2% | $464,000 |
| 2024 | $8,375 +13.7% | $464,000 +42.3% |
| 2023 | $7,364 +1.7% | $326,000 +1.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- High: Valley
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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