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Homes for Sale in
Essex, CT

As of November 10, 2026, per SmartMLS, there are 35 homes for sale in Essex, Connecticut with an average list price of $1,352,665.

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

35

active listings

Median Sale Price

$733K

$125K–$4.1M

Avg. Size Sold

2,147 sf

last 12 mo

vs. Ask Price

-0.4%

avg. paid vs. ask

Stats based on 96 closings in the last 12 months · SmartMLS, as of Nov 10, 2026

Showing 12 of 35 listings in Essex

9 Blake Street, Essex, CT
Active
$449,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,170 sqft
9 Blake Street
Essex, CT 06442
For Sale By Owner Connecticut SmartMLS
45 Main Street, Essex, CT
Active
$699,900
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,456 sqft
45 Main Street
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
15 Sunset Terrace #10, Essex, CT
Active
$199,900
1 bd · 1 ba · 540 sqft  ·  Condominium
15 Sunset Terrace #10
Essex, CT 06426
Puorro Realty Group SmartMLS
28 Blake Street, Essex, CT
Active
$375,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 948 sqft
28 Blake Street
Essex, CT 06442
Puorro Realty Group SmartMLS
20 Comstock Avenue #4B, Essex, CT
Active
$250,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 828 sqft  ·  Condominium
20 Comstock Avenue #4B
Essex, CT 06442
Coldwell Banker Realty SmartMLS
32 Bushy Hill Road, Essex, CT
Active
$439,000
3 bd · 1 ba · 992 sqft
32 Bushy Hill Road
Essex, CT 06442
Chiarito Real Estate LLC SmartMLS
8 Prospect Street, Essex, CT
Active
$999,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,287 sqft
8 Prospect Street
Essex, CT 06426
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. SmartMLS
15 Novelty Lane, Essex, CT
Active
$2,499,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,384 sqft
15 Novelty Lane
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
15 Nutmeg Lane, Essex, CT
Active
$495,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,160 sqft
15 Nutmeg Lane
Essex, CT 06426
Re/Max Valley Shore SmartMLS
9 Ingham Hill Road, Essex, CT
Active
$1,150,000
3 bd · 5 ba · 3,308 sqft
9 Ingham Hill Road
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
9 Ingham Hill Road, Essex, CT
Active
$1,150,000
3 bd · 5 ba · 3,308 sqft  ·  2 Family
9 Ingham Hill Road
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
25 River Road, Essex, CT
Active
$2,250,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,232 sqft
25 River Road
Essex, CT 06426
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l SmartMLS
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Buying a Home in Essex, CT

Current Market Snapshot

Entry Price
$200K
lowest listed
Avg. Price
$1.4M
list price
Top of Market
$6.6M
highest listed
Listings by Bedroom Count
1 bed
1
2 beds
7
3 beds
11
4 beds
6
5 beds
4
Property Types Available
Single Family · 22 Land · 6 Condo / Co-Op · 5 Multi-Family For Sale · 2

As of November 10, 2026, the Essex real estate market has 35 active listings with an average list price of $1,352,665 and a price range from $199,900 to $6,595,000. Single Family homes make up the largest share of available inventory. Most listings are 3-bedroom homes. The average home size is 2,124 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 November 10, 2026, per SmartMLS, there are 35 active listings in Essex, CT. All listings are updated every 15 minutes directly from SmartMLS.
What is the average home price in Essex, CT?
As of November 10, 2026, per SmartMLS, the average list price in Essex is $1,352,665. Homes currently range from $199,900 to $6,595,000.
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 2-bedroom (7) and 4-bedroom (6). The average home size is 2,124 sq ft.
What types of homes are available in Essex, CT?
Current listings in Essex include: Single Family (22), Land (6), Condo / Co-Op (5), Multi-Family For Sale (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.