Lovely direct waterfront sits up overlooking the Falls River Cove. Serene and private on nearly 3 acres, set well back from the road and just outside the heart of Essex. This sprawling New England style Cape Cod home c1948 boasts tranquil water views that are enjoyed from many rooms as well as a spacious patio(25x24) and deck(20x16). The home's interior features a formal living room w/wood burning fireplace, a nice size formal dining rm that is conveniently located from a well-appointed kitchen, a first-floor primary bedroom suite, home office & attractive family rm with shiplap barrel ceiling. 2 guest bedrooms are quietly set on the 2nd floor. A sweet 3 season sunporch is enhanced w/stone flooring, walls of windows & sunlight. 2 Laundry locations- main & lower level, HW floors run throughout & 3.5 baths. Some work & transformation is needed to really bring out the home's charm. Property includes a dock w/power & tidal access to NCove & CT River. Newer amenities: deck, freshly painted interior walls, boiler, drilled well, propane whole house generator, 3 bay garage extension, split rail fence & most kitchen appliances. An oversized post & beam 6 bay garage w/inter access to 2nd flr will delight an artist, car enthusiast or hobbyist-many possibilities. Only mins. to Essex village with appealing array of restaurants, boutiques, marinas & yachting. Midway from Boston & NYC. This property is not a drive-by & owners kindly request you do not drive up the driveway without an appmt. Being sold as-is.
Under contract
$1,600,000
47 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
3,036sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
2.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$527/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceTranquil water viewsDirect waterfrontHome officeWalls of windowsPrimary bedroom suiteStone flooring
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Listing updated: April 22, 2025 at 11:40am
Listed by:
Susan Malton,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24078135

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hydro-Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 20
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Other
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 20
Sun room
- Features: Stone Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full,Unfinished,Storage Space,Hatchway Access,Interior Entry
- Attic: Storage,Floored
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,036
- Total interior livable area: 3,036 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,036
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Unpaved, Circular Driveway
- Garage spaces: 6
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Partial,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Dock or Mooring, Access
Lot
- Size: 2.8 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 987878
- Zoning: RU
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $527/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,146,500
- Annual tax amount: $20,694
- Date on market: 4/19/2025
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