Newtown, CT / 19 DAYS ON MARKET

51 Bankside TrailNewtown, CT 06482

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Asking price$549,000ActiveReduced $80,000 (12.7%) from original price · Price history ↓

Open house

  • Saturday, October 3, 202612:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET

Our Take

51 Bankside Trail in Newtown is a 2019-built, two-bedroom, two-bath waterfront home with a private dock and lake views. The interior includes vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, an open layout, and a kitchen with an island and breakfast bar. Bedrooms face the lake, while a loft provides space for a reading nook or home office. A walk-out lower level adds a family room connected to outdoor entertaining areas, and the property includes access to a private lake beach.

Estimated buyer rebate

Buy with Cress and Save $2,745 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received.

At a glance

Active · MLS #24197161
Bedrooms
2
BathroomsBaths
2 full / 0 half
Square feet
1,166
Year built
2019
Acres
0.16
Property taxes
$10,899

July 2026-June 2027

What stands out

  • Private dock with lake views
  • Vaulted ceilings and walls of windows
  • Open kitchen with island and breakfast bar
  • Bedrooms overlooking the lake
  • Loft for reading or home-office use
  • Walk-out lower-level family room
  • Fully furnished and Airbnb ready
  • Access to a private lake beach
Read the full listing description

Perched above the water with breathtaking lake views and your own private dock, this stunning contemporary retreat feels like a vacation you'll never want to leave. Built in 2019, this fully furnished, Airbnb ready home showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, and a bright open layout that brings the beauty of the outdoors into every room. The spectacular living room is the heart of the home, where panoramic water views create a picture perfect backdrop, while the beautifully appointed kitchen features a spacious island, breakfast bar, and seamless flow for entertaining. Wake up to tranquil lake views from the bedrooms, unwind in the spa inspired baths, or climb the charming loft for the perfect reading nook, home office, or additional guest space. The walk out lower level offers even more flexible living space with a bright family room that opens to outdoor entertaining areas. Spend your days kayaking, boating, fishing, or relaxing from your private dock and enjoy access to the private lake beach for even more waterfront recreation before taking in unforgettable sunsets from the expansive windows or deck high above the shoreline. Whether you're looking for a year round home, weekend escape, or turnkey investment opportunity, this exceptional waterfront property delivers modern comfort, unforgettable views, and a lifestyle that's second to none.

Schools

Elementary
Sandy Hook
Middle
Newtown
High
Newtown

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

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51 Bankside Trail, Newtown, CT 06482

Price history

DateEventPrice
Observed asking price$549,000
Latest asking price$549,000
Observed asking price$599,000
Observed asking price$629,000
Originally listed$629,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $549,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $2,745. 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.

Listed by KW Legacy Partners · (860) 313-0700

Tony Persaud

SmartMLS · Listing #24197161 · Active

Listing data checked: Sep 30, 2026, 7:03 AM EDT.

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