Newtown, CT / 36 DAYS ON MARKET

17 Kent RoadNewtown, CT 06470

Asking price$1,350,000ActiveReduced $100,000 (6.9%) from original price · Price history ↓

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  • Wednesday, September 23, 20264:00 pm – 6:00 pm ET

Our Take

17 Kent Road is a custom Colonial in Newtown with five bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath on 2.79 acres. The interior includes custom millwork, hardwood floors, a two-story foyer, library, kitchen with granite countertops and an oversized island, and a family room fireplace. A primary suite with sitting room and fireplace is joined by a second primary suite. The finished lower level includes a media area, game room, office, and full bath; outdoors, a deck and pergola offer wooded and seasonal views.

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At a glance

Active · MLS #24198132
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
5 full / 1 half
Square feet
6,549
Year built
1998
Acres
2.79
Property taxes
$21,075

July 2025-June 2026

What stands out

  • Custom Colonial on a cul-de-sac
  • Two-story foyer and finished library
  • Kitchen with granite countertops and oversized island
  • Deck with pergola and wooded views
  • Primary suite with sitting room and fireplace
  • Second primary suite for added flexibility
  • Three additional upper-level bedrooms
  • Finished lower level with media area and office
Read the full listing description

Exceptional space, craftsmanship and privacy come together in this custom Colonial, beautifully positioned on a desirable cul de sac. Offering 6,549 square feet, 5 bedrooms and 5.1 baths, the home features custom millwork, hardwood floors and thoughtful architectural detail throughout. A dramatic two story foyer opens to a gracious dining room, sun filled living room and richly finished library. The spacious kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops and an oversized center island, opening seamlessly to the family room with a striking floor to ceiling fireplace. An expansive deck with pergola extends the living space outdoors, offering multiple areas for relaxing, dining and entertaining while enjoying peaceful wooded and seasonal views. The naturally sloped backyard creates privacy, a sense of elevation and a scenic wooded setting. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a sitting room, fireplace and spacious bath, while a second primary suite provides added flexibility. Three additional generously sized bedrooms complete the upper level. The finished lower level adds a media area, game room, office and full bath, creating flexible space for recreation, a home office or additional accommodations. Beautiful architectural details, generous living spaces, privacy and expansive outdoor entertaining areas combine to create a distinctive property in an appealing cul de sac setting.

Schools

Elementary
Head O'Meadow
Middle
Newtown
High
Newtown

Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.

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17 Kent Road, Newtown, CT 06470

Price history

DateEventPrice
Latest asking price$1,350,000
Originally listed$1,450,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $1,350,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $10,125. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered compensation.

Listed by William Raveis Real Estate · (203) 426-3429

Connie Widmann

SmartMLS · Listing #24198132 · Active

Listing data checked: Sep 18, 2026, 7:04 AM EDT.

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