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Newtown, CT / SOLD
26 Oak Ridge DriveNewtown, CT 06470
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Sale Price$1,140,000ClosedSeptember 22, 2025
Open house
Our Take
26 Oak Ridge Drive in Newtown sits on more than three private acres, with an inground pool, mature landscaping, masonry walls, and lawn space. The home’s main level includes a two-story foyer, formal dining and living rooms, a kitchen with island and granite counters, and a family room with cathedral ceiling and wood-burning fireplace. A deck connects to the kitchen and family room. The lower level adds finished rooms, a game room with kitchenette, full bath, cedar-lined sauna, exercise area, and storage.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24119147- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 4,914
- Year built
- 2001
- Acres
- 3.07
- Property taxes
- $20,264
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Inviting inground pool with mature landscaping
- Deck accessible from kitchen and family room
- Kitchen with island and granite counters
- Two-story foyer with formal dining and living rooms
- Main-level hardwood floors
- Primary suite with sitting/dressing room
- Guest bedroom with ensuite bath
- Lower-level game room with kitchenette and sauna
Read the full listing description
Set on 3+ private acres, this remarkable Oak Ridge residence is an entertainer's delight. Outdoors, an inviting inground pool is framed by mature landscaping, masonry walls, and lawn space ideal for play or gardening, all set against a serene backdrop. An expansive deck, accessible from both the kitchen & family rm, offers the ideal spot for alfresco dining, sunsets, or celebrations. Perfect for multi-generational living, the flexible floor plan begins with a 2-story foyer flanked by formal dining and living rms, with the dining rm ideal for gatherings and the living rm w/propane fireplace a relaxing space to enjoy a book/movie. The spacious kitchen, anchored by a large island with ample cabinetry, granite counters, and a dining area, flows seamlessly into the family room with cathedral ceiling and wood-burning fireplace. Gleaming hardwood floors span the main level, complemented by a soft, neutral color palette. A dedicated home office adjoins both the living & family rooms. The primary suite features a sitting/dressing rm, custom walk-in closets, and ensuite bath w/jetted tub & shower w/glass enclosure. Guest bedrooms are generously sized, including one w/ensuite bath. The walk-out lower-level features high ceilings, versatile finished rooms, a possible in-law setup, game rm with kitchenette, full bath w/cedar-lined sauna, exercise area, & storage. Lovingly maintained, this property offers both privacy & tranquility while keeping you close to Newtown's wonderful amenities.
Schools
- Elementary
- Middle Gate
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,140,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,150,000 | |
| Closed price | $1,140,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,190,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Closest recorded sales*Estimate: $1,140,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $8,550. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Liz Newnham
SmartMLS · Listing #24119147 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 10:35 AM EDT.
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