$425,000
SOLD OCT 31, 2025

14 Blake St Ivoryton, CT 06442

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,129 Sq Ft
0.54 Acres

Recently Sold

$376 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Valley Regional High School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

As of October 2025

Historic charm meets modern comfort in this 1900 Pratt Reed farmhouse. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, including a finished third-floor with beautiful views of the backyard. The main level offers a welcoming living room, dining room, and a spacious rear deck ideal for entertaining. Outdoors, enjoy two outbuildings & two fenced garden areas Located above the Ivoryton Playhouse, this property is just minutes from the Connecticut River, the Essex Steam Train, and downtown Essex with its shops and dining. Updated bathrooms and a generator hookup add convenience to this timeless home. Experience low taxes and an exceptional quality of life in one of Connecticut's most charming small towns.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Milton

Re/Max Valley Shore Brokerage Phone: (860) 388-4663 License #REB.0756400 Listed on: 09/05/2025

Re/Max Valley Shore

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Chevalley

Re/Max Valley Shore License #RES.0827556

Re/Max Valley Shore

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,815

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 0.54 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned VR

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,129 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Essex Elementary School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 987607

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,815

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Ivoryton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1129
  • Total Sq Ft: 1129
  • Year Built: 1900
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Street Type: Street
  • Office Attribution Contact: (860) 388-1228
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: None, Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.54
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Rolling
  • Zoning: VR
  • Parcel #: 987607

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 3815

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2025
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Burton Matthew and Tomsheck Lindsay
Bought by
Guenther Jodi
Seller's Agent
Craig Milton
Re/Max Valley Shore
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Chevalley
Re/Max Valley Shore
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,100
6.28%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-52.36%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$144,626

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2022
Closed on
Jun 13, 2022
Sold by
Gamble Ann M
Bought by
Burton Matthew and Tomsheck Lindsay
Seller's Agent
Mark Patterson
KW Legacy Partners
Buyer's Agent
Craig Milton
Re/Max Valley Shore
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$335,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.27%
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2017
Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Spencer Thomas
Bought by
Gamble Ann M
Seller's Agent
Donald Holland
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Mark Patterson
KW Legacy Partners
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-15.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 1995
Sold by
Bushy Hill Re Inc
Bought by
Spencer Alfred J and Spencer Jeanette B
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $425,000 --
Warranty Deed $335,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $335,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $67,500 --
Warranty Deed $67,500 --
Warranty Deed $67,500 --
Warranty Deed $5,000 --
Warranty Deed $5,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $268,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $87,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $88,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/31/2025 10/31/25 Sold $425,000 +6.3% $376 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2025 09/12/25 For Sale $399,900 +19.4% $354 / Sq Ft
06/13/2022 06/13/22 Sold $335,000 0.0% $297 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/26/2022 04/26/22 For Sale $335,000 +148.1% $297 / Sq Ft
12/14/2017 12/14/17 Sold $135,000 -9.4% $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/06/2017 12/06/17 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2017 10/05/17 Price Changed $149,000 -6.3% $151 / Sq Ft
08/14/2017 08/14/17 For Sale $159,000 -- $161 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,815 $204,800 $60,300 $144,500
2024 $3,697 $204,800 $60,300 $144,500
2023 $3,395 $150,300 $53,600 $96,700
2022 $3,411 $150,600 $53,600 $97,000
2021 $3,293 $146,800 $53,600 $93,200
2020 $3,197 $146,600 $53,600 $93,000
2019 $3,174 $146,600 $53,600 $93,000
2018 $2,989 $136,800 $56,400 $80,400
2017 $3,004 $136,800 $56,400 $80,400
2016 $2,952 $136,800 $56,400 $80,400
2015 $2,884 $136,800 $56,400 $80,400
2014 $2,871 $136,800 $56,400 $80,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24123474

SmartMLS

APN: ESSE-000058-000000-000005