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Historic Multi-Level Office Building
For Sale
$2,195,000

31 N Main Street, Essex, CT 06426

Commercial For Sale, Essex, CT

Property Size12,600 SF
Lot Size0.78 Acres
Price / SF$174.21
Days on Market254

Property Features for 31 N Main Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning VR
Lot features Dry, Cleared
Directions GPS friendly
Subdivision Essex Village
Standard status Active
Size 12,600 SF
Lot size 0.78 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2027
Tax Annual Amount 21743

Utilities

Heating system Steam
Cooling system Window Unit(s)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1916
Floors in Building 3
Flooring type Carpet - Full
Listing Agency: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Susan Malan · License #0801539
Added: Dec 18, 2025 Changed: Aug 27 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 12:06AM
MLS# 24145389

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1916, this three-level office property offers 12,600 square feet of workspace with a substantial private-office layout. The main floor includes 11 offices, a copy and mail room, and 2 lavatories. The upper level adds 11 offices and 3 lavatories, while the lower level provides 4 private offices, a reception area, IT room, secure storage room, and 2 lavatories. Original architectural details and full carpet flooring remain, with steam heat and window-unit cooling.

The 0.78-acre property is located at 31 N Main Street in Essex, Connecticut. Water views of the Connecticut River are available from many offices, and Essex Village is within strolling distance, with restaurants, marinas, and galleries nearby. The building is served by public water and carries VR zoning.

Key Highlights

  • 12,600 square feet across three levels
  • 26 offices plus reception, IT, copy/mail, and secure storage areas
  • Built in 1916 with original architectural details remaining

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Hair Salon Electrical Service Plumbing Service Parking Lot & Garage Pharmacy Dental Office

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

475
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 06426, CT

3,453
Population
1,739
Households
2
Avg Household Size
61
Median Age
66%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
5.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
617
Density / Sq Mi
$104,028
Median Household Income
$65,170
Median Earnings
$1,860
Median Rent
$719,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Character-rich office property with extensive private office capacity, public water service, and proximity to Essex Village amenities.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 31 N Main Street Essex, CT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,195,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 12,600 square feet across three levels; 26 offices plus reception, IT, copy/mail, and secure storage areas; Built in 1916 with original architectural details remaining
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