George Cress of Real Broker Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
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 ↓
Open house
- 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.
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.
A closer look at the location
Open Google Maps ↗17 Kent Road, Newtown, CT 06470
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 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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