Residential - Vacant LandResidential
RIVER RD
ESSEX, CT 06426
0
Baths
6.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$432 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$23,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$16,240
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.56
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.81%
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.0.2 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.50
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Essex Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.0 mi
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
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%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
River Rd 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.
- Has a bigger lot than 97% of 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.
Lot size6.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger
Bigger than 97% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Essex 06426 | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot sizebigger than | 6.5 ac | 97% of homes | 96% of homes |
About River Rd
When did River Rd, Essex, CT last sell?
River Rd, Essex, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
What schools serve River Rd, Essex, CT?
River Rd, 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.
What are the property taxes on River Rd, Essex, CT?
The 2024 property tax bill for River Rd, Essex, CT was $432. The county assessed it at $23,200.
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- 85 River Rd$482K319 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,122 ft² · Sold $300K · Dec 2019
- 85 River Rd$409K326 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,122 ft² · Sold $245K · Nov 2018
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- 85 River Rd$552K338 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,375 ft² · Sold $334K · Nov 2005
- 85 River Rd$532K313 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,122 ft² · Sold $198K · Jul 1996
- 85 River Rd$502K345 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,375 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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