20 Palestine Rd

Newtown, CT 06470

$490,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,388 Sq. Ft.
$145 / Sq. Ft.
3,388
Sq. Ft.
$145
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/20/20
Closed 5/20/20

Description

This spectacular center hall colonial sits on 2 private acres just across from the Cherry Grove Nature Preserve. Spaciously designed, the main level offers a large open kitchen with beautiful honed concrete counters, stainless steel appliances, double wall oven, gas cooktop, and a walk-in pantry. On one side of the kitchen is a light and bright family room with a vaulted ceiling and wood burning fireplace. Off the family room is a sunroom, currently being used as a guest room. The living room and...This spectacular center hall colonial sits on 2 private acres just across from the Cherry Grove Nature Preserve. Spaciously designed, the main level offers a large open kitchen with beautiful honed concrete counters, stainless steel appliances, double wall oven, gas cooktop, and a walk-in pantry. On one side of the kitchen is a light and bright family room with a vaulted ceiling and wood burning fireplace. Off the family room is a sunroom, currently being used as a guest room. The living room and dining room open onto each other for great entertaining space! Upstairs is a master suite and three additional large bedrooms with ample closet space as well as a huge walk up attic for storage or to create additional living space. All bedrooms surround a common large landing overlooking the two story foyer. Be prepared to fall in love with the lower level with a well appointed gym area, carpeted play space and TV viewing area as well as a third full bath and storage room. You'll love to post pictures of friends and family enjoying the gorgeous yard that includes professional landscaping, a fenced garden area with raised beds for vegetables and flowers, a large back deck off the kitchen with room for a dining table and sitting area, as well as a rolling front lawn for games and watching the sunset! Come take a look - move into your new home in time to enjoy the beautiful spring flowers!
  1. Listed by Kristen Stolfi • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
    P: (203)-512-1234 C: (203)-512-1234 kristenstolfi@bhhsne.com

Property Details for 20 Palestine Road

Basement Description
Full, Fully Finished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 05/20/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 20 Palestine Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170272021
Days on Market95
Taxes$12,157 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1989
Lot Size2.07 AC / 90,169 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Kristen Stolfi

Sold By Keller Williams Prestige Prop., Daniel Leyden

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Building Information for 20 Palestine Road

Stories-Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size2.07 AC / 90,169 SF

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$3,504 per month

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$2,491

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 20 Palestine Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rt 302 to Boggs Hill to Palestine
  • Elementary School: Head O'Meadow
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.36974
  • Longitude: -73.31388
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $12,157
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Compactor, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry room off kitchen
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 15
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Dry Bar,Full Bath,Remodeled,Stall Shower,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: French Doors,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Dining Area,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry,Sliders
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: French Doors,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Hydro-Tub,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 7094
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3388
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 206888
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3388.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3388.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 20 Palestine Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 11, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #669076245

$490,000

-2.2% / yr

May 1, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #329613026

$585,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/11/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #669076245

$490,000

-2.2% / yr

05/01/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #329613026

$585,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Palestine Road

Taxable ValueLand$137,560Additions$352,280Total$489,840
Tax Record2025$14,078 ($1,173 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,388 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,388 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,848 SqFtStories2Lot Size90,169 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989Year Renovated1989ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:31 B:2 L:2 U:6

Schools near 20 Palestine Road

This home is within Newtown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Head O'Meadow Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Reed Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Newtown Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Newtown High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Head O'Meadow Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Reed Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Newtown Middle School
Public7 to 8

Newtown High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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