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Newtown, CT / SOLD
40 Flat Swamp RoadNewtown, CT 06470
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Sale Price$865,000ClosedMay 20, 2025
Open house
Our Take
40 Flat Swamp Road is a 1780 Center Chimney Colonial on 1.39 acres in Newtown. The home has three bedrooms and three full baths, with wide-plank flooring, a living room, formal dining room, and family room with a wood-burning fireplace and beehive oven. Its kitchen includes a cooking hearth and two beehive ovens. Outside, a covered patio, landscaped grounds, raised garden beds, fire pit, saltwater pool, and hot tub accompany a remodeled barn converted to gym space.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24084945- Bedrooms
- 3
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 4,149
- Year built
- 1780
- Acres
- 1.39
- Property taxes
- $13,883
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- 1780 Center Chimney Colonial
- Wide-plank flooring throughout
- Family room with wood-burning fireplace
- Kitchen cooking hearth with two beehive ovens
- Covered patio for outdoor dining
- Remodeled barn converted to gym space
- Saltwater pool with hot tub
- Raised garden beds and fire pit
Read the full listing description
Discover the charm of this exquisite 1780 Center Chimney Colonial, nestled on a serene country road in picturesque Newtown. Set on 1.39 acres, this beautifully renovated home boasts 4,300 square feet of meticulously maintained living space, featuring three/four spacious bedrooms and three full baths. Step inside to find stunning wide plank flooring throughout, offering a warm and inviting ambiance. The home's layout is designed for both comfort and entertaining. The main level features a gorgeous living room, formal dining room, and a family room with a wood-burning fireplace and beehive oven. The heart of the home is the kitchen boasting a cooking hearth with two beehive ovens (Used during the Revolutionary War to make bread for the troops!), seamlessly connecting to a covered patio, perfect for alfresco dining and gatherings. Outside, enjoy a recently remodeled barn transformed into a versatile gym space with sheetrock, insulation, and new windows. The magnificent grounds are professionally landscaped, featuring a fire pit, raised garden beds, and a spectacular 48x36 saltwater pool with a hot tub ideal for summer relaxation and entertaining. This remarkable property combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering a tranquil retreat.
Schools
- Elementary
- Head O'Meadow
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $865,000 | |
| Original list price | $895,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Lisa Bortz
SmartMLS · Listing #24084945 · Closed
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