175 River RoadEssex, CT 06426

Single Family · 3 Beds · 3 Full Baths · 2 Half Baths · 4,664 Sq. ft. | 2.87 Acres
$7,889,000 Active

175 River Road Overview

Time on Site:
75 days

Set along one of Essex's most coveted stretches of River Road, this exceptional waterfront estate offers a rare blend of understated elegance, privacy, and Connecticut River waterfront. Privately sited on nearly three acres, the property enjoys a serene, tucked-away feel while remaining just minutes from the heart of Essex Village. Custom-built and thoughtfully designed by its original owner, the residence spans over 4,600 square feet of beautifully scaled living space. Sun-filled interiors, expansive rooms, and a seamless layout create an inviting atmosphere ideal for both sophisticated entertaining and relaxed everyday living. Outdoors, the estate unfolds into a true retreat - complete with a substantial pool house, in-ground pool, and multiple areas for gathering and unwinding. Rarely does a property combine size, setting, and location so effortlessly. This is a distinguished offering in one of the Connecticut shoreline's most desirable enclaves.

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175 River Road Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 4,664
  • Price/Sq.ft. $1,691
  • Lot 2.87 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: No

School Information

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Valley

Listing Information

  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Potential Short Sale: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 2006

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Middlesex
  • Neighborhood: N/A

Building Exterior/Construction

  • New Construction Type: No/Resale

Community/Development

  • Community Features: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: $31,315.00
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

General Information

  • Flood Zone: No
  • Parcel Number: 987174
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Zoning: RRR

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 6

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Building Interior

  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Attic: Yes
  • Energy Features: Generator
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Home Automation: Lighting,Security System
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Tankless Hotwater
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Separate laundry room on the 2nd floor

General Information

  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Heating: Hot Air
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Security System
  • Living Area: 4664

Exterior

Building Information

  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Parking Total: 10

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Sloping Lot, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped, Water View
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.87
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Water Source: Private Well

Waterfront/View

  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Materials: Shingle, Clapboard
  • Roof: Wood Shingle

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Garden Area, Guest House, Patio
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic

Room Information

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Length: 15.6
  • Width: 16
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,French Doors,Tile Floor

Room: Formal Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Length: 19.9
  • Width: 15.3
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Length: 15.3
  • Width: 13.9
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor

Room: Library

  • Level: Main
  • Length: 18.1
  • Width: 17.7
  • Description: Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Length: 18.9
  • Width: 21.11
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor

Room: Bedroom

  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 18.9
  • Width: 17.7
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor

Room: Bedroom

  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 22.5
  • Width: 17.7
  • Description: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor

Room: Primary BR Suite

  • Level: Upper
  • Length: 20.6
  • Width: 13.4
  • Description: Bedroom Suite,Dressing Room,Gas Log Fireplace,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor

175 River Road Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

175 River Road Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$1,474,702
Average List Price
$584
Average Price per Square Foot
6
Properties Sold
53
Average Days on Market
35
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

175 River Road History

Date Event Value Agent
4/23/2026Source: Smart MLS Status Change
Active
4/15/2026Source: Smart MLS Added to Database
April 15, 2026
Listing provided courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l- MLS# 24164990MLS ProviderContact Information: (860) 767-5011