Welcome home to this stunning home now available in the Ivoryton neighborhood of Essex called Falls River Farms.Walk or bike to Ivoryton Village to enjoy the local artisans and restaurants. Nature lovers will enjoy access to 40 acre preserve owned by the Essex land trust which offers pet friendly hiking trails and lake access to kayak or relax by the waterside. This home is sitting on over a third of an acre with forest views. Home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms plus versatile layout with flex room den/home office and more. You will love the open layout and convenience of this Split level design this layout is ideal for todays lifestyle all complete with new roof, Amazing outdoor living space, and so much more,
Sold for $439,000 on 05/10/23
$439,000
56 West Hills Road, Essex, CT 06442
4beds
1,818sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
0.39 Acres Lot
$499,000 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$3,200 Estimated rent
Home value
$499,000
$474,000 - $529,000
$3,200/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 15, 2023 at 08:00am
Listed by:
Team Rio of Executive Real Estate,
Amy P. Rio 860-916-6048,
Executive Real Estate Inc. 860-633-8800
Bought with:
Steph Rush, REB.0975065
RE/MAX Legends
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170559168
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- None
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,818
- Total interior livable area: 1,818 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,818
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Waterfront features: Water Community, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 985094
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Lake
Location
- Region: Ivoryton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/10/2023 | Sold | $439,000+5.8%$241/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170559168 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2023 | Contingent | $415,000$228/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170559168 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $415,000+97.6%$228/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170559168 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2023 | Sold | $210,000$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,386 +3.2% | $289,100 |
| 2024 | $5,218 +22.3% | $289,100 +53% |
| 2023 | $4,267 -0.3% | $188,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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