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$2,800,000

For Sale

17 days ago

88 Main St, Essex, CT

House

MLS® 24162042

5 Bed

6 Bath

5234 sqft

8 Parking

  • Key Facts
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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 5234 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes $14,375
Days Active 16
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 1849
Avg. Price Per Sqft $534
MLS® Number 24162042

Property Address: 88 Main St, Essex, CT, 06426-1136

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Move into this elegantly designed, meticulously restored estate in the nationally registered historic village of Ivoryton in the town of Essex. Built by the prominent Essex industrialist, Samuel Comstock, the 5, 234 sq. ft. property on 1.86 acres offers history and grandeur to those seeking privacy and tasteful opulence. Preserved in the same family for five generations and recently completely re-designed and updated, this home is ideal for grand entertaining, large family gatherings, and other unique experiences. Historic details have been preserved throughout, complemented with an updated chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, and new appliances. Thoughtful, custom interior design elements feature prominently in the grand living room and multiple seating areas. The ample 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 bathrooms have been tastefully updated while retaining timeless architectural elements. Old world charm can be experienced in the renovated 3 season sunroom. Two separate home offices make working from home a pleasure. Outside, newly landscaped grounds mingle with century old trees and shrubs. New formal hedges, hydrangea gardens, fencing, and bluestone patios offer privacy, seclusion, and outdoor enjoyment unique for a property inside the village. The 20 x40 gunite pool is perfect for exercise and recreation alike. A newly constructed 2-car garage can accommodate electric vehicles or store vintage cars. Truly unique and like no other. A rare opportunity., See attachments for an extensive list of house history and improvements. Field Card states 4 bedrooms, but this homes operates with 5 bedrooms.
MLS® Number24162042
Laundry Level2nd floor
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1849
BasementFull, Unfinished
DrivewayDetached Garage, Driveway
Garage Spaces
Heat
A/C
Heating Fuel

Extras

Rooms

Change to metres

Office:Upper Level12.9 × 13.5 ft
Bedroom 2:Upper Level14.7 × 15.6 ft
Bedroom 4:Main Floor9.7 × 16.9 ft
Other:Main Floor16.3 × 14.1 ft
Other:Main Floor24.6 × 14.1 ft
Other:Upper Level17.4 × 12.11 ft
Bedroom 3:Upper Level14.1 × 22.8 ft
Bedroom 1:Upper Level10.1 × 18.9 ft
Living Room:Main Floor25.9 × 33.4 ft
Family Room:Main Floor17.4 × 25 ft
Other:Main Floor12.3 × 17.4 ft

Price History

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Not Sold YetSold Price

For Sale

Apr 6, 2026List Date
$2,800,000List Price
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88 Main St, Essex, CT

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