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Homes for Sale in
Essex, CT

There are currently 34 homes for sale in Essex, Connecticut with an average list price of $1,421,599.

Essex is routinely cited as one of the best small towns in America, and the designation is earned. The town of about 6,700 features a stunning Main Street of colonial-era sea captains' homes, the historic Griswold Inn (operating since 1776), the Connecticut River Museum, and the Essex Steam Train. Property values reflect its desirability — this is one of the most sought-after addresses on the Connecticut River — but the quality of life is genuinely exceptional.

For Sale

34

active listings

Avg. Sale Price

$910K

$120K–$4.5M

Avg. Size Sold

2,316 sf

last 12 mo

vs. Ask Price

-1.4%

avg. paid vs. ask

Stats based on 98 closings in the last 12 months

Showing 12 of 34 listings in Essex

9 Brooks Lane, Essex, CT
Coming Soon Open House 5/16 · 11am–1pm
$775,000
3 bd · 4.00 ba · 2,887 sqft
9 Brooks Lane
Essex, CT 06442
Coldwell Banker Realty SmartMLS
26 Grandview Terrace, Essex, CT
Coming Soon
$750,000
3 bd · 3.00 ba · 1,216 sqft
26 Grandview Terrace
Essex, CT 06426
Compass Connecticut, LLC SmartMLS
5 Hemlock Drive, Essex, CT
Coming Soon
$1,975,000
4 bd · 3.00 ba · 3,023 sqft
5 Hemlock Drive
Essex, CT 06426
Compass Connecticut, LLC SmartMLS
45 Falls River Drive, Essex, CT
Active
$1,250,000
3 bd · 4.00 ba · 2,467 sqft
45 Falls River Drive
Essex, CT 06442
William Raveis Real Estate SmartMLS
52 Pond Meadow Road, Essex, CT
Active
$450,000
2 bd · 2.00 ba · 810 sqft
52 Pond Meadow Road
Essex, CT 06442
Real Broker CT, LLC SmartMLS
17 Scholes Lane, Essex, CT
Active
$3,495,000
3 bd · 3.00 ba · 2,092 sqft
17 Scholes Lane
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
7 Hanna Lane, Essex, CT
Active
$4,300,000
3 bd · 4.00 ba · 4,383 sqft
7 Hanna Lane
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
7 Mitchel Terrace, Essex, CT
Active Open House 5/16 · 1pm–3pm
$597,900
3 bd · 2.00 ba · 1,880 sqft
7 Mitchel Terrace
Essex, CT 06442
Re/Max Valley Shore SmartMLS
85 River Road #G2, Essex, CT
Active
$454,900
2 bd · 2.00 ba · 1,122 sqft  ·  Condominium
85 River Road #G2
Essex, CT 06426
William Raveis Real Estate SmartMLS
Lot 3 - 160 Saybrook Road, Essex, CT
Active
$1,400,000
5 bd · 4.00 ba · 3,400 sqft
Lot 3 - 160 Saybrook Road
Essex, CT 06426
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. SmartMLS
14 Essex Glen Drive #4, Essex, CT
Active
$724,900
2 bd · 2.00 ba · 1,589 sqft  ·  Condominium
14 Essex Glen Drive #4
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
39 Prospect Street, Essex, CT
Active
$815,000
2 bd · 2.00 ba · 961 sqft
39 Prospect Street
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
See All 34 Homes in Essex

Buying a Home in Essex, CT

Current Market Snapshot

Entry Price
$450K
lowest listed
Avg. Price
$1.4M
list price
Top of Market
$7.9M
highest listed
Listings by Bedroom Count
2 beds
8
3 beds
11
4 beds
10
5 beds
2
Property Types Available
Single Family · 26 Condo / Co-Op · 3 Multi-Family For Sale · 3 Land · 2

The Essex real estate market currently has 34 active listings with an average list price of $1,421,599 and a price range from $450,000 to $7,889,000. Single Family homes make up the largest share of available inventory. Most listings are 3-bedroom homes. The average home size is 2,755 sq ft. All listings are sourced directly from SmartMLS and updated every 15 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in Essex, CT right now?
As of May 2026, there are 34 active listings in Essex, CT. All listings are updated every 15 minutes directly from SmartMLS.
What is the average home price in Essex, CT?
The average list price in Essex is $1,421,599. Homes currently range from $450,000 to $7,889,000.
What size homes are most common in Essex, CT?
The most common listing in Essex is a 3-bedroom home (11 listings). Other common sizes include 4-bedroom (10) and 2-bedroom (8). The average home size is 2,755 sq ft.
What types of homes are available in Essex, CT?
Current listings in Essex include: Single Family (26), Condo / Co-Op (3), Multi-Family For Sale (3), Land (2).
Is Essex, CT a good place to buy a home?
Essex is routinely cited as one of the best small towns in America, and the designation is earned. The town of about 6,700 features a stunning Main Street of colonial-era sea captains' homes, the historic Griswold Inn (operating since 1776), the Connecticut River Museum, and the Essex Steam Train. Property values reflect its desirability — this is one of the most sought-after addresses on the Connecticut River — but the quality of life is genuinely exceptional.
Does RYZE Realty Group serve Essex, CT?
Yes — RYZE Realty Group is a Connecticut real estate team serving buyers and sellers across Middlesex County and the greater Connecticut market, including Essex. Contact us for a free consultation.

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