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Newtown, CT / 133 DAYS ON MARKET
49 Great Ring RoadNewtown, CT 06482
Asking price$1,930,000Active
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Our Take
49 Great Ring Road is a 1940 home on 5.94 acres with seven bedrooms and seven full and three half baths. Its interior includes a front-to-back foyer, a great room with soaring ceiling and fireplace, a custom cherry sunroom, banquet-sized dining room, updated kitchen, breakfast room, and screened porch. The primary suite has two rooms, two fireplaces, dual baths, ample closets, and a balcony. Additional features include a finished lower level with bar and parlor, a detached two-car garage with guest quarters, and a pool with stone patio.
At a glance
Active · MLS #24172938- Bedrooms
- 7
- BathroomsBaths
- 7 full / 3 half
- Square feet
- 5,883
- Year built
- 1940
- Acres
- 5.94
- Property taxes
- $20,860
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Front-to-back foyer with pool and stone patio sight lines
- Great room with soaring ceiling and grand fireplace
- Custom cherry sunroom with chestnut floors and French doors
- Banquet-sized dining room with built-ins and fireplace
- Updated kitchen with granite counters and large pantry
- Primary suite with dual baths and balcony
- Finished lower level with custom bar and fireplace parlor
- Detached two-car garage with guest quarters
Read the full listing description
Welcome to 49 Great Ring Road-an iconic estate with breathtaking views and a classic 1940 built home full of charm and elegance. Step into the front-to-back foyer and take in the sight lines to the expansive stone patio and sparkling pool. At the heart of the home is the great room, featuring a soaring ceiling and a grand fireplace-perfect for gatherings. The custom cherry sunroom is a showstopper with wide plank chestnut floors, coffered ceiling, and French doors leading outside. Host memorable dinners in the banquet-sized dining room with built-ins and a cozy fireplace. The updated kitchen features granite counters, a breakfast bar, large pantry, and adjacent laundry area. A delightful breakfast room and an oversized screened in porch complete the space. The primary suite is a two-room retreat with two fireplaces, ample closets, dual baths, and a balcony overlooking the grounds. Upstairs you'll find three additional ensuite bedrooms, plus two more bedrooms with a shared full bath. The finished lower level includes a custom bar and a parlor with fireplace. Potential in-law suite over the kitchen with a full bath. A detached two-car garage includes guest quarters. Additional land available-an extraordinary opportunity. This home offers significant upgrades over the years that include, the sun room, patio's, basement bar area, the detached garage, windows, siding, roof, this is a must see to appreciate the home and land.
Schools
- Elementary
- Sandy Hook
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
A closer look at the location
Open Google Maps ↗49 Great Ring Road, Newtown, CT 06482
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Originally listed | $1,930,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,930,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $19,300. 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 #24172938 · Active
Listing data checked: Sep 18, 2026, 7:06 PM EDT.
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