Address
28 River Road, Essex, CT
Price
$ 1,650,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#24196638
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMiddlesex
- CityEssex
- NeighborhoodEssex Village
- Zip06426
- Style
- Year Built1790
- Taxes$ 9522
- Price$ 1,650,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2359
- Lot Size0.48 Acres
Data Source:
Smart MLS
Property Description
The Benjamin F. Post House, c. 1801, has been thoroughly and thoughtfully updated to provide all the amenities of modern living while respecting the historical integrity of the home. A sidewalk just steps from the property leads directly into the heart of Essex Village, an approximately 20-minute walk to its shops, restaurants, marina, and waterfront. Set on a .48-acre professionally landscaped lot backing up to a quiet wooded area, the fenced-in backyard boasts a beautiful gunite pool and a generous pool deck/patio, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Inside on the first floor, there is a light-filled chef's kitchen, well-appointed with upscale appliances including a commercial-grade six-burner range, a large center island, and ample counter space. There is also a formal dining room, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a library with a gas fireplace and built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. An additional room with its own exterior entrance could serve as an office or a potential first-floor bedroom. A lovely four-season sunroom overlooks the pool deck and features a convenient wet bar complete with a beverage chiller. There is also a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite has an updated ensuite bathroom with marble finishes, a large walk-in closet, and a spacious sitting area. There are also two more bedrooms, another den/office area, a second updated bathroom, and laundry. Offering historic character, modern comforts, privacy, and exceptional village walkability, this special home could serve as a weekend retreat or as your next place to call home.
| Elementary School | High School |
|---|---|
| Essex Elementary School | Valley High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Listed $1,650,000 |
General Features
| Zoning | RU |
|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Essex Village |
| County | Middlesex |
| Tax Year | July 2026-June 2027 |
| Property Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Status | Active |
| Acres | 0.48 |
| Directions | GPS friendly |
| High School | Valley |
| City | Essex |
| Elementary School | Essex |
| Sq Ft Total | 2359 |
| DOM | 19 |
| Year Built | 1790 |
| Style | Colonial |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Pool Description | Gunite,In Ground Pool |
Interior Features
| Cooling System | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Total Rooms | 11 |
| Basement Description | Partial,Unfinished |
Exterior Features
| Water Source | Private Well |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Fence - Privacy,Lightly Wooded,Dry,Professionally Landscaped |
| Color | White |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 06426
Price
Taxes
Year Built
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. © 2026 State-Wide Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the SMARTMLS Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms, and is provided by SMARTMLS through a licensing agreement. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the SMARTMLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided on or through the website is for the
