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Newtown, CT / SOLD
59 Lakeview TerraceNewtown, CT 06482
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Sale Price$445,000ClosedApril 2, 2023
Open house
Our Take
59 Lakeview Terrace is a 1935 two-bedroom home above Lake Zoar, with water views described from every window. The main level has an open layout, hardwood floors, dining area, updated kitchen with a gas stove, granite countertops and vaulted ceiling, plus a full bath and bedroom. A living room includes a rustic rock fireplace and wood-burning stove. The lower level adds a bedroom, private patio and finished office space. Outside are a fenced yard, garage, shed, private deck and dock.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170549721- Bedrooms
- 2
- BathroomsBaths
- 1 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 1,714
- Year built
- 1935
- Acres
- 0.81
- Property taxes
- $4,546
July 2022-June 2023
What stands out
- Water views from every window
- Open main level with hardwood floors
- Gas stove, granite countertops and vaulted ceiling
- Rustic rock fireplace with wood-burning stove
- Wraparound deck above Lake Zoar
- Lower-level bedroom with private patio
- Fenced yard with garage and shed
- Private deck and dock on the water
Read the full listing description
Lake living in this newly updated home with picturesque water views out of every window. Sitting up above Lake Zoar, this home has an open main level floor plan with hardwood floors in every room. Walk into the entryway to a dining area where you can take in the lake view from every seat. Turn into the updated kitchen complete with a gas stove, granite countertops and vaulted ceilings. The laundry room is located right off the kitchen for easy housekeeping. A step down brings you to a full bathroom and bedroom. Take a few steps up into the living room which includes a rustic rock fireplace with wood burning stove and vaulted ceilings. Just out the door is the gorgeous wraparound deck perched up above Lake Zoar with sweeping views of the water and plenty of seating to entertain your guests. The lower level consists of a large bedroom with a private patio to enjoy your morning coffee or late-night beverage with a view, the perfect way to start and end your day on the lake. There is also an additional finished space that is currently used as a home office but can be repurposed for your needs. The property includes a newly fenced in level yard complete with a garage and shed for plenty of storage for all your yard games and boating needs. A staircase will bring you down to your private deck and dock on the water. Enjoy a lake getaway everyday with this beautiful home!
Schools
- Elementary
- Sandy Hook
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $445,000 | |
| Original list price | $449,900 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $445,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $2,225. 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 Showcase Realty, Inc.
Beth Santos
SmartMLS · Listing #170549721 · Closed
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