23 Bennetts Bridge Road

Closed 4/20/23
Closed 4/20/23
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Last Sold Price
$642,500
4 beds3,319 sqft$194/sqft
23 Bennetts Bridge Rd, Newtown, CT 06482

Description

A unique home in the sought-after Charter Ridge neighborhood is bigger than it appears, four amazing large bedrooms including a massive first floor master and an additional bonus room, it’s like five bedrooms for a tax bill of four! Originally built in the 1950s & creatively expanded as a builder’s own custom residence in the 1990s with large open main floor rooms including a sunken living room with a wood-burning fireplace & wall of windows, an open kitchen family room, library of built-ins & a...A unique home in the sought-after Charter Ridge neighborhood is bigger than it appears, four amazing large bedrooms including a massive first floor master and an additional bonus room, it’s like five bedrooms for a tax bill of four! Originally built in the 1950s & creatively expanded as a builder’s own custom residence in the 1990s with large open main floor rooms including a sunken living room with a wood-burning fireplace & wall of windows, an open kitchen family room, library of built-ins & a wet bar, a huge activity room, a jetted soaking tub bath, and an airy workout room. Storage abounds with a breezeway, easy-access floored attics, and unfinished basement. A deck encloses a safe backyard and the inground pool includes a shed of equipment and chaises for a staycation every day. Working from home? Noises from the entertainment areas won’t disturb your calls with this layout. Bucolic views of a horse property and deep woods in the back provide a sense of privacy while still being so close to the amazing Newtown community: beautiful historic main street, parks/playgrounds, town beach, town center and community center surrounded by paved trails, and so many community activities. Lower Paugussett State Forest trail heads in the neighborhood lead to the Prydden waterfalls and the shores of Lake Zoar. Quick access to main roads for easy travel to NYC (60 mi.), southern Fairfield County, Hartford, New Haven, and Danbury. Make an appointment to see this unique property yourself.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/20/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nataliya Honcharenko • Century 21 Scala Group
    P: (203)-305-9631 C: (203)-305-9631 nataliya.honcharenkoc21@gmail.com

Property Details for 23 Bennetts Bridge Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
170556581
Days on Market
19
Taxes
$8,924 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1951
Lot Size
1.38 AC / 60,112 SF
County
Fairfield County
Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Heated, Concrete Floor, Storage, Sump Pump
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Sandy Hook
Style
Cape Cod, Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
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Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Scala Group, Nataliya Honcharenko

Sold By Huntsman,Meade & Partners Comp, Stacy Ferrara

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Building Information for 23 Bennetts Bridge Road

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size1.38 AC / 60,112 SF

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Property Information for 23 Bennetts Bridge Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Bagburn Hill Rd to CT-34 W to Bennetts Bridge Rd
  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.40358
  • Longitude: -73.2321
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $8,924
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch-Enclosed, Shed
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Safety Fence, Vinyl
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Breezeway, Exercise Room, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 3
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 6747
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3319
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 211561
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3319.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3319.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 23 Bennetts Bridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1509545298

$642,500

-1.1% / yr

Jul 10, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #224131354

$765,000—
Jul 10, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #224131355

$765,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1509545298

$642,500

-1.1% / yr

07/10/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #224131354

$765,000
07/10/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #224131355

$765,000

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

Public Records for 23 Bennetts Bridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$65,480Additions$267,870Total$333,350
Tax Record2025$9,580 ($798 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,319 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,319 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,920 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,113 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1951ZoningR-1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:50 B:9 L:7

Schools near 23 Bennetts Bridge 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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$642,500
4
3,319
60,112
21 Bennetts Bridge Road, Newtown, CT 06482
$515,000
4
4,360
87,555
25 Bennetts Bridge Road, Newtown, CT 06482
$385,000
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1,790
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19 Bennetts Bridge Road, Newtown, CT 06482
$238,000
3
2,000
43,560
8 Founders Lane, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
$85,000
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