49 Poverty Hollow Road

Closed 8/5/22
Closed 8/5/22
Welcome to 49 Poverty Hollow - Your Private Retreat!
Sold
Last Sold Price
$786,000
4 beds2,509 sqft
49 Poverty Hollow Rd, Newtown, CT 06470
Single FamilyProperty Type
7.73 acresLot Size
1986Year Built
$313/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Private, Tranquil, Divine - where old world meets new world - in the southwest corner of Newtown near the Redding border. As you ascend the driveway, you are greeted by a teardrop circle bordered with cobblestones and belgian blocks surrounding a center garden with an adorned hydrangea arbor and a classical fountain. Enjoy 7.73 acres of secluded sanctuary with walking paths, glacier-formed boulder bluffs, stone walls, and perennial gardens which add color and texture to a home of comfort and beauty!...Private, Tranquil, Divine - where old world meets new world - in the southwest corner of Newtown near the Redding border. As you ascend the driveway, you are greeted by a teardrop circle bordered with cobblestones and belgian blocks surrounding a center garden with an adorned hydrangea arbor and a classical fountain. Enjoy 7.73 acres of secluded sanctuary with walking paths, glacier-formed boulder bluffs, stone walls, and perennial gardens which add color and texture to a home of comfort and beauty! This unique, well-appointed 4 bed/3 full bath Colonial is a tasteful blend of old world charm and new world amenities. Exposed interior brick walls, custom trim, 8' ceilings and wood floors throughout, and a central chimney with two wood burning fireplaces - one in the family room and the other in the primary suite. The primary suite with its beamed cathedral ceiling welcomes you into a world of grandeur, tranquility, and comfort. The updated, spacious eat-in kitchen has stainless KitchenAid wall oven, stovetop/oven, dishwasher, Samsung refrigerator, and contemporary cabinets. Step out onto the expansive composite deck for the ultimate in outdoor living and entertaining with a hot tub, inground saltwater pool, shower, and firepit. The level back yard is accented with decorative trees and perennial gardens. Top-rated schools. Easy access to I-84, I-95 and the Merritt. Commute to Stamford in 50 min and NYC in under 1.5 hrs.
  • Listed by: Denise L Taylor 860.977.3699 denise.taylor@cbrealty.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 08/05/2022 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170491351

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Median sold price

$730,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

101.9%

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Property Information for 49 Poverty Hollow Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,703 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Garage Access
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 05-19-2022
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Hattertown
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 05-19-2022
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lot Size: 7.73 AC / 336,718 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Off of route 302, take Key Rock to Poverty Hollow.
  • Elementary School: Head O'Meadow
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Newtown
  • Latitude: 41.357204
  • Longitude: -73.333916
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $11,703
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Salt Water
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Second Floor Closet
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Bay/Bow Window,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: French Doors,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling,Fireplace,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Slate Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Crushed Stone, Other
  • Exterior Siding: Hardie Board
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5322
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars, Raised Toilet
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Shingle
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2509
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Secluded, Rocky, Treed, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 203924
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2509.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2509.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Generator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, 50 Gallon Tank, Electric, Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 49 Poverty Hollow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1495635559

$786,000

+1.3% / yr

Jun 28, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #223361692

$650,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1495635559

$786,000

+1.3% / yr

06/28/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #223361692

$650,000

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

Public Records for 49 Poverty Hollow Road

Taxable ValueLand$166,650Additions$302,380Total$469,030
Tax Record2025$13,480 ($1,123 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,509 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,509 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,394 SqFtStories2Lot Size336,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1986ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:13 B:1 L:55 U:10

Schools near 49 Poverty Hollow 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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