88 Main Street, Ivoryton, CT 06442

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88 Main Street,Essex, CT 06442
$2,800,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • - sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Coming Soon
Listed by: kirsten adams(203) 500-4000
Office: william pitt sotheby's int'l
MLS#:24162042
Source:CT

Price summary

  • Price:$2,800,000

About this home

Move into this elegantly designed, meticulously restored estate in the nationally registered historic village of Ivoryton in the town of Essex. Built by the prominent Essex industrialist, Samuel Comstock, the 5,400 sq. ft. property on 1.86 acres offers history and grandeur to those seeking privacy and tasteful opulence. Preserved in the same family for five generations and recently completely re-designed and updated, this home is ideal for grand entertaining, large family gatherings, and other unique experiences. Historic details have been preserved throughout, complemented with an updated chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, and new appliances. Thoughtful, custom interior design elements feature prominently in the grand living room and multiple seating areas. The ample 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 bathrooms have been tastefully updated while retaining timeless architectural elements. Old world charm can be experienced in the renovated 3 season sunroom. Two separate home offices make working...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1849
  • Listing ID #:24162042
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:April 07, 2026 at 12:43 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:6
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:10
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven/Range, Subzero, Wine Chiller
  • Basement Description:Full Basement, Unfinished

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Heat Pump, Hot Air, Radiator, Zoned
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt Shingle
  • Year built:1849
  • Lot Features:Fence - Full, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Architectural Style:Colonial
  • Construction Materials:Clapboard
  • Exterior Features:Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Porch-Enclosed

Schools

  • High school:Valley
  • Middle school:Winthrop
  • Elementary school:Essex

Utilities

  • Water:Public Water Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,800,000
  • Tax amount:$14,375 (July 2025-June 2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven/Range, Subzero, Washer, Wine Chiller
  • Amenities:Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Pool features:In Ground Pool

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:8
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Driveway, Paved, Private
  • Garage:Yes
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