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27 Prospect Street

Essex, CT 06426
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,917

Sqft

Acres0.54

Acre(Lot)

Situated on historic Prospect Hill in Essex, this distinctive ranch style home is set on a .54-acre lot. Originally the Christian Science Reading Room, it was thoughtfully expanded with carefully curated additions during the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Offering approximately 2,900 square feet, the home features 2 bedrooms, 3 full baths, an attached two-bay garage, and desirable one-floor living. High ceilings, wood and bluestone floors, three fireplaces, detailed paneling, moldings, and built-in bookshelves enhance much of the interior. Hand-painted marine murals throughout the home create a distinctive maritime-inspired ambience. The floor plan includes formal living and dining rooms, a comfortable library, a family room with a fireplace, and a sunroom/studio. The spacious eat-in kitchen off ers banquette seating, a center island with bar seating, generous counter space, and abundant storage. A large deck spans the rear of the house and overlooks ample garden space. Filled with character and history, this unique property enjoys a convenient location close to everything Essex has to offer. This property is offered in AS-IS condition. The owner has lived here very comfortably for nearly 4 decades and this presents a superb opportunity to acquire and renovate a rare ranch style home in the Village.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,100,000

AD Id : 91275097

MLS Id : 24185943

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.54 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,917 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $11,229

Year Built : 1900

Garage : 2

County : Middlesex

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partial, Walk-Out Access, Storage Space
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Oil, Active Solar, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900 Building Area Total: 2917 Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Clapboard Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 0.54 Lot Description: Sloped

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1100000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 985794 Annual Tax: $11229

  • Parking Information

    Attached

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
    Junior High School:
    Senior High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Location Information

    Direction: West Lane to Prospect. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/30/2026 @ 06:29

MLS: 24185943 LISTED BY: Joe Rhodes, Coldwell Banker Realty SOURCE: SmartMLS

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