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Historic Office Building with Original Finishes

31 N Main Street, Essex, CT 06426

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For Sale

$2,195,000

COMMERCIAL - Essex, CT

Property size:

12,600 SF

Lot size:

0.78 Acres

Price / SF:

$174/SF

HighLights

Original E.E. Dickinson office building built in 1916
Floor plan includes 11 offices, a copy/mail room, and 2 lavatories on the main level
Upper level features 11 offices and 3 lavatories
Lower level offers 4 private offices, reception, IT room, secure storage, and 2 lavatories
Connecticut River water views from many offices
Public water; heating includes steam and cooling includes window unit(s)

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Listing Contact

Susan Malan

For Sale

$2,195,000

COMMERCIAL - Essex, CT

Property size:

12,600 SF

Lot size:

0.78 Acres

Price / SF:

$174/SF

Added:: Dec 18, 2025
Days on Market:: 174
Last Refresh:: Jun 10 at 2:06 pm

Property Features for 31 N Main Street

General Information

Property type: Commercial Sale
Property subtype: Other
Zoning: VR
Standard status: Active
Size: 12,600 SF
Lot size: 0.78 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: 21031

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

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Listing Contact

Susan Malan

Listing agent Susan Malan License #0801539

Listing office William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 13 Main Street, Stamford, CT

Listing date Dec 18, 2025

MLS# 24145389

HighLights

Original E.E. Dickinson office building built in 1916
Floor plan includes 11 offices, a copy/mail room, and 2 lavatories on the main level
Upper level features 11 offices and 3 lavatories
Lower level offers 4 private offices, reception, IT room, secure storage, and 2 lavatories
Connecticut River water views from many offices
Public water; heating includes steam and cooling includes window unit(s)

Overview

Offered for sale, this original E.E. Dickinson office building reflects its construction in 1916, with many original finishes still in place. The main level includes 11 offices, a copy/mail room, and two lavatories. The upper level offers 11 offices and three lavatories. The lower level is configured for additional privacy and support functions, with four private offices, a reception area, an IT room, a secure storage room, and two lavatories.

Located at 31 N Main Street in Essex, Connecticut, the property includes water views of the Connecticut River from many of the offices. The building is described as within strolling distance to Essex Village, which offers restaurants, marinas, and galleries.

Designed for organizations that want a classic, office-focused environment, the building’s multi-office configuration supports a range of professional uses that benefit from separate workspaces and dedicated common areas. With reception and IT space already in place, it can accommodate teams seeking a ready-to-operate office setting. The property is zoned VR, and it may be well-suited for buyers looking to own a character-rich office asset with maintained historical details.

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City: Essex
County: Middlesex
State: Connecticut
Longitude: -72.390847
Latitude: 41.3564854

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Office buildings
CT
Essex
06426
31 N Main Street

What type of property is this?

Office building - Three-level office layout with multiple offices, water-view offices, and preserved finishes dating to 1916.

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: Original E.E. Dickinson office building built in 1916; Floor plan includes 11 offices, a copy/mail room, and 2 lavatories on the main level; Upper level features 11 offices and 3 lavatories

31 N Main Street, Essex, CT 06426

COMMERCIAL - Essex, CT

Property Features for 31 N Main Street

General Information

Taxes and HOA fees

Utilities

Building Details

We can help!

HighLights

Overview

Current Use by Public Records

Suggested Use

Location Insight

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