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Last sold for $2,150,000 on May 15, 2026

8 WEST AVE

ESSEX, CT 06426
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,368 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,150,000 · May 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,923 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$640,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$190,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$449,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$640,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$448,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 in
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Essex Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.4 mi
H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06426These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,344
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

8 West Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Essex 06426
  • Among the newest homes in Essex 06426

How it measures up in Essex 06426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 06426.

Living area3,368 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,092 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 8 West Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 06426Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Living areabigger than3,368 ft²87% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac29% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homes

About 8 West Ave

When did 8 West Ave, Essex, CT last sell?

8 West Ave, Essex, CT last sold on May 15, 2026 for $2,150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 West Ave, Essex, CT?

8 West Ave, Essex, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,368 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 8 West Ave, Essex, CT built?

8 West Ave, Essex, CT was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 West Ave, Essex, CT?

8 West Ave, Essex, CT is assigned to Essex Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Valley Regional High School (high), rated B; John Winthrop Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Regional High School District 04. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 West Ave, Essex, CT compare to other homes in Essex 06426?

Among the 1,545 homes in Essex 06426, it is bigger than 87% of them (3,368 ft² against a typical 2,092 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1967). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8 West Ave, Essex, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 West Ave, Essex, CT was $11,923. The county assessed it at $640,000.

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