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Newtown, CT / SOLD
8 River Edge DriveNewtown, CT 06482
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Sale Price$585,000ClosedDecember 26, 2024
Open house
Our Take
8 River Edge Drive in Newtown is a four-bedroom home on a peaceful cul-de-sac, with a living room, family room with fireplace, and kitchen with an eat-in dining area opening to the backyard. The upper level includes a primary bedroom with en suite bath, three additional bedrooms, and a hall bath. The backyard is described as private and spacious, with room for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing. Sandy Hook Village, schools, parks, and restaurants are noted nearby.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24057360- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 2,209
- Year built
- 1985
- Acres
- 1.1
- Property taxes
- $8,644
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- Four-bedroom home on a peaceful cul-de-sac
- Family room with a fireplace
- Kitchen dining area opening to the backyard
- Primary bedroom with en suite bath
- Private, spacious backyard
- Near Sandy Hook Village, schools, parks, and restaurants
Read the full listing description
Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this charming four bedroom, 2.5 bath home is full of traditional charm. As you step inside you'll find a spacious, warm layout designed for easy living and entertaining. The main level features an inviting living room, a cozy family room with a fireplace and a kitchen with an eat-in dining area that opens to the backyard. The upper level features a primary bedroom with an en suite bath & three additional bedrooms & hall bath. Outside the backyard is both private and spacious, ideal for gatherings, gardening or simply relaxing. Conveniently located near Sandy Hook Village close to schools, parks & restaurants.
Schools
- Elementary
- Hawley
- Middle
- Newtown
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $585,000 | |
| Original list price | $579,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $585,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $2,925. 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 #24057360 · Closed
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