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Newtown, CT / SOLD
5 Castle LaneNewtown, CT 06470
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Sale Price$775,000ClosedDecember 28, 2023
Open house
Our Take
5 Castle Lane in Newtown is a four-bedroom colonial on two acres, set on a cul-de-sac with views. The kitchen has white cabinetry, granite countertops, and a door to two decks overlooking a heated saltwater pool. A vaulted family room includes a brick fireplace and large windows. The walk-out basement offers flexible-use space, while the grounds include topiary gardens, perennial plantings, stone pathways, unique trees, and a garden shed. The home also has new air conditioning and a new oil tank.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170602802- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,428
- Year built
- 1993
- Acres
- 2
- Property taxes
- $13,484
July 2023-June 2024
What stands out
- Four-bedroom colonial on a quiet cul-de-sac
- Kitchen opens to two decks overlooking the pool
- Heated saltwater in-ground pool
- Vaulted family room with brick fireplace
- Primary bedroom with French doors to Juliet deck
- Walk-out basement with flexible-use space
- Topiary gardens, perennial plantings, and stone pathways
- New air conditioning and oil tank
Read the full listing description
Breathtaking Views! This bright 4-bedroom spacious colonial with 2.5 baths is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in Newtown CT. It is convenient to I-84 & the Merritt Parkway. The Kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops & a walkout door to two decks overlooking the in-ground, heated, saltwater pool. The sunny, expansive family room features a vaulted cathedral ceiling (great wall space for your artwork). The room also has a brick fireplace & large windows and is a great place for entertaining! The oversized Primary Bedroom with French doors leading to a Juliet deck provides the perfect place to wake up to the stunning vistas. The bright walk out basement offers a versatile space good for an art studio, gym, play space, workshop, or home office. There is an abundance of built in shelving. French doors open to a lower deck . The seller is an artist & poet & you can see it in the property that features topiary gardens, amazing perennials, unique trees, stone pathways & garden shed adorning the property & the pool. The house has new air conditioning, new oil tank, well tank & so much more. Schedule your appointment today and make this one-of-a kind unique property your home! Subject to seller securing suitable housing.
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $775,000 | |
| Original list price | $783,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $775,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $3,875. 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 Coldwell Banker Realty
Christine Fairchild
SmartMLS · Listing #170602802 · Closed
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