A 171-year-old church in Connecticut that was converted into a 3-bedroom home just hit the market for the first time in 50 years. Here’s a look inside.
by Joey Hadden, Business Insider US
- A 19th-century church converted into a three-bedroom home in Essex, Connecticut, is on the market for $1.3 million.
- The 8,543 square-foot building has high ceilings, a rooftop patio, another large outdoor deck, and two kitchens.
- Take a look inside the New England home. Susan Malan at William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty has the listing.
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In Essex, Connecticut, a church dating back to 1849 has been converted into a family home — and it’s currently on the market for the first time in 50 years.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The house, valued at $1.3 million, is located near the Connecticut River.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
It was completely rebuilt between 1985 and 1996.
The house has three bedrooms. Each comes with an ensuite bathroom.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
There are also two full kitchens, one of which is oversized with three ovens and two dishwashers.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The dining room has a long table that can comfortably seat 20 people, according to the listing.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The first floor of the house has an exercise room. Listing photos also show that the home has a game room with a pool table.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
Per the listing, the home was renovated with wood, marble, and stone fixings.
Despite its modern appliances, some parts of the home still look like a church, thanks to its high ceilings and carefully preserved details.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
On the third floor, for example, there’s wooden structural detailing on the walls and ceiling.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
There are also several custom windows in the home, which allows for plenty of natural light to seep in.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The most unforgettable part of the house just might be its steeple, which has been converted into a rooftop patio.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The rooftop patio opens up to views of Essex and the Connecticut River.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
Around back, there’s a large outdoor terrace.
Sources: William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, 6sqft
The property also features a heated two-car garage. Susan Malan at William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty has the listing.
