1 Bushnell
Essex, CT 06426
- 2 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,637 sqft
- ~3/4 acre lot
- $566 per sqft
- 1985 build
- – on site
Essex CT has been voted in numerous publications as one of the best small towns and Main Streets in America. Known to Essex locals as the historical "Bushnell Barn" Cerca 1861 and featured in historical homes books as well as the Christmas in CT books for it's decorative open house tours was renovated to residential in 1985. This property is only steps from Main St Essex and a boaters paradise too. This masterpiece home offers extreme post and beam construction capturing the eye in every direction.The kitchen was recognized nationally as an a award-winning "best small kitchen" in 2005 and the dining room has seated up to 16 people. The floor to ceiling fireplace chimney is spectacular and seamlessly joins wide wood floors, huge beams and bright new windows together to incredible heights. This home has two primary suites both with full bathroom access and one with a huge walk-in closet changing room and the other has a balcony. There is a fun lazy sleeper loft for lounging too. French doors open to a beautiful back patio area and the front yard is absolutely huge. Some upgrades in this three story home include, new Anderson windows installed 2023, new Central Air 2022, new EV charger 2024. A new reliable Vermont Castings Wood Stove. A Buderus boiler, double walled Roth oil tank and Hybrid cycle water heater are newer and easily within their life cycle span. Zoning for this property which is surrounded by multi million dollar homes allows for huge expansion possibilities.
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Last updated Feb 22, 2025
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MLS# 24055886 —
Upcoming Open Houses
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Sunday, 2/23
1pm-3pm
The Building
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Year Built:1985
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Year Built Source:Public Records
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New Construction Type:No/Resale
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Style:Colonial, Barn
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Roof Information:Asphalt Shingle, Fiberglass Shingle
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Attic:Yes
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Attic Description:Storage Space, Floored, Walk-up
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Exterior Siding:Stone, Wood
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Foundation Type:Stone
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Basement Description:Partial, Full
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Exterior Features:Underground Utilities, Sidewalk, Shed, Gutters, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
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Energy Features:Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
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In-Law Apartment:No
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SqFt Total:2637
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SqFt Description:Square footage totals are approximate from various sources.
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SqFt Est Heated Above Grade:1789
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SqFt Est Heated Below Grade:848
Interior
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Interior Features:Open Floor Plan
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Fireplaces Total:2
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Laundry Room:Lower Level
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Laundry Room Location:Just off the family room.
Room Dimensions
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Living Area SqFt Per Public Record:1608
Location
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Directions:Main Street Essex to North Main to Bushnell St, first house on the left with huge front yard.
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Neighborhood:Essex Village
The Property
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Parcel Number:986315
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Property Type:Single Family For Sale
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Zoning:VR1
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Acres:0.82
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Acres Source:Public Records
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Flood Zone:No
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Lot Description:Corner Lot, Level Lot, Cleared, Water View, Open Lot
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (860) 227-2074
Taxes
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Tax Year:July 2024-June 2025
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Property Taxes:12213
Beds
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Beds Total:2
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Full Baths:2
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Half Baths:2
The Listing
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Virtual Showing:Yes
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Home Warranty Offered:No
Heating & Cooling
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Heat Type:Baseboard, Hot Air, Hot Water, Wood/Coal Stove
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Heat Fuel Type:Oil, Wood
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Cooling System:Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Whole House Fan
Utilities
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Water Source:Public Water Connected
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Sewage System:Septic
Appliances
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Appliances Included:Cook Top, Convection Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Schools
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Elementary School:Essex
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Intermediate School:Per Board of Ed
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Middle Or Junior School:Per Board of Ed
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High School:Valley
The Community
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Nearby Amenities:Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot
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Swimming Pool:No
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Direct Waterfront:No
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Waterfront Description:Walk to Water, Water Community, Harbor, View
Parking
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Garage & Parking:None, Driveway
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Parking Total Spaces:8
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,495,000
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$8,005
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Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $411 |
Utilities | $393 See report |
Total | $8,809/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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10/25/24
Oct 25, 2024
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Listed / Active | SMART_MLS | $1,495,000 |