Essex

Selling Your Home in Old Essex, CT

Essex offers one of the most desirable lifestyles on the Connecticut shoreline, with its historic charm, world-class marinas, a highly walkable downtown, and unparalleled access to the Connecticut River.


Homes here vary widely in value depending on location, river access, and proximity to the village center.

 

Market Insight

In Essex, pricing depends heavily on:

  • Walkability to Main Street and the Griswold Inn
  • Proximity to the Steamboat Dock and the waterfront
  • Riverfront vs village vs rural acreage
  • Historic preservation status vs modern updates

Two homes can differ by hundreds of thousands based on these factors.

 

Seller Strategy

To sell successfully in Essex, you need:

  • Accurate pricing based on recent sales in the village and outskirts
  • Positioning that highlights the unique riverfront and historic lifestyle
  • Marketing that reaches discerning buyers looking for a "New England" feel

 

Why Jennifer

Jennifer Gurnell has over 30 years of experience selling homes along the Connecticut shoreline, including Essex.

Her approach combines:

  • Local market expertise
  • Strategic pricing
  • Strong negotiation

 

Find Out What Your Essex Home Is Worth

 

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Overview for Essex, CT

3,285 people live in Essex, where the median age is 59.2 and the average individual income is $81,029. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,285

Total Population

59.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$81,029

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Essex, CT

Essex has 1,621 households, with an average household size of 1.95. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Essex do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,285 people call Essex home. The population density is 583.52 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,285

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

59.2

Median Age

45.63 / 54.37%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,621

Total Households

1.95

Average Household Size

$81,029

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
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