229 Riverside Road

Closed 2/22/23
Closed 2/22/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$565,000
3 beds2,270 sqft

229 Riverside Rd, Newtown, CT 06482

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.54 acresLot Size
2018Year Built
$249/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$70/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Waterfront Property! Welcome to this Stunning move-in ready Colonial, 9'+ ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approx. 0.54+/- acres. As you walk in, this lovely home boasts open floor plan, spacious foyer, possible office/exercise room on right. On the left is your beautiful living room leading to dining area opening to a light, bright, clean, neutral, immaculate kitchen. Leafless gutters (lifetime warranty), French Drain, New front walkway & steps. Underground utilities, separate panel in basement...Waterfront Property! Welcome to this Stunning move-in ready Colonial, 9'+ ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approx. 0.54+/- acres. As you walk in, this lovely home boasts open floor plan, spacious foyer, possible office/exercise room on right. On the left is your beautiful living room leading to dining area opening to a light, bright, clean, neutral, immaculate kitchen. Leafless gutters (lifetime warranty), French Drain, New front walkway & steps. Underground utilities, separate panel in basement wired for pool/hot tub hookup, baseboard heat. In 2021 - new water softener, water presser tank and updated Master bathroom. Home features LED recessed lighting, laminate flooring, granite countertops, propane fireplace with marble hearth will bring warmth on those cool days and nights. There is ample storage throughout this home. Kitchen/dining area combined. Kitchen is great for entertaining and has touchless censored faucet, hardwired wine cooler, large center island has large seating area, soft closing kitchen cabinet drawers. Refrigerator is counter depth. Attic has pull down access with lots of storage space. Lower level finished with cable hookup and baseboard heat, finished area can be work area or workout flex space. Garage access interior/basement. This property has many unique features. Excellent location to I84, Rt 25, shopping centers, schools, parks, and fine dining. HOA fee is OPTIONAL - $70/annually for access to boat launch, beach, picnic area and parties.
  • Listed by: Deanna Cocivi 203.788.9078 deannacocivi@gmail.com • Scalzo Real Estate
Listing closed: 02/22/2023 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170525042
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Property Information for 229 Riverside Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $10,000 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage, Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 2018
  • Lot Size: 0.54 AC / 23,522 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Sandy Hook Center, to Riverside Road, straight house at end on left #229
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.43666
  • Longitude: -73.24884
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access
  • HOA Fee Amount: 70
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $10,000

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Porch, Sidewalk, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Gas on Gas
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room 2nd Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 6
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Granite Counters,Island,Pantry,Sliders
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Granite Counters,Island,Pantry,Sliders
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hydro-Tub,Stall Shower,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hydro-Tub,Stall Shower,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exclusions: Generator, add'l Refrigerators/Freezers, Gas Grill,
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3984
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Description: Total Sq. Footage per Public Records 3984
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2270
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Water View, Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 209727
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2270.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2270.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 229 Riverside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1506546753

$565,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1506546753

$565,000

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

Public Records for 229 Riverside Road

Taxable Value

Land

$230,450

Additions

$318,920
Total$549,370

Tax Record

2025

$15,789 ($1,316 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,270 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,270 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

872 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

23,522 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2018

Year Renovated

2018

Zoning

R-2

County

WESTERN CONNECTICUT

APN

NTWN M:43 B:26 L:11

Schools near 229 Riverside Road

This home is within Newtown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sandy Hook 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
Sandy Hook 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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$565,000
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