53 Echo Valley Rd

Newtown, CT 06470

$420,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,134 Sq. Ft.
$134 / Sq. Ft.
3,134
Sq. Ft.
$134
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/22/21
Closed 10/22/21

Description

Own a piece of history! The John Glover-Schmidle House, originally built in 1710, was home to one of Newtown’s first settlers and first official town clerk. Set on 4+ bucolic acres and thoughtfully expanded over the years, this antique colonial is one of a kind! Stunning wide plank floors weave their way through lovely living spaces. The elegant dining room with brick fireplace, wood beams, and handcrafted wainscoting is sure to impress. Unwind after a long day in any one of three spectacular living...Own a piece of history! The John Glover-Schmidle House, originally built in 1710, was home to one of Newtown’s first settlers and first official town clerk. Set on 4+ bucolic acres and thoughtfully expanded over the years, this antique colonial is one of a kind! Stunning wide plank floors weave their way through lovely living spaces. The elegant dining room with brick fireplace, wood beams, and handcrafted wainscoting is sure to impress. Unwind after a long day in any one of three spectacular living spaces all featuring beautiful fireplaces. Still working from home? The fantastic office with custom built-ins has you covered. The kitchen features ample counter space, solid wood cabinets, and a cozy window seat. There is a great space off the kitchen, ready to be re-imagined, that once served as a bakery. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature from the comfort of the wonderful enclosed porch. A full bath, laundry room and wash room round out the first floor. Take your pick of staircases and head up to the second floor. This level features four generously sized bedrooms with tons of great closet space and an updated full bath. All your storage needs are covered in the original walk up attic and second attic area connecting an older and newer section of the house. There is a great, unfinished bonus space over the enclosed porch that awaits your finishing touches! New furnace, whole house generator, and new wood roof. Original outhouse and corn crib! Don’t miss this special home!
  1. Listed by Michael Wright • Re/Max Right Choice
    P: (203)-258-8363 michaelwright@remax.net
  2. Listed by Jeff Wright • Re/Max Right Choice
    P: (203)-913-8836 C: (203)-913-8836 jwrightrealtors@gmail.com

Property Details for 53 Echo Valley Road

Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Carport
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 10/22/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 53 Echo Valley Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170406411
Days on Market132
Taxes$10,784 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1710
Lot Size4.38 AC / 190,792 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of Re/Max Right Choice, Michael Wright; Re/Max Right Choice, Jeff Wright

Sold By BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes, Noel Mather

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Building Information for 53 Echo Valley Road

Stories-Year Built1710Building Size-Lot Size4.38 AC / 190,792 SF

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Property Information for 53 Echo Valley Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: 53 Echo Valley Rd
  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.447014
  • Longitude: -73.309606
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $10,784
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 13
  • Rooms Total: 13
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Concrete Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 14.3
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.6
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.2
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Sliders,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 24.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Length: 10.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.5
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Beams,Dining Area,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.6
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 17.4
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 13.7
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.3
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 9.5
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 10.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 10.6
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame, Log
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 7340
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1710
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3134
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 205492
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3134.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3134.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 53 Echo Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475663509

$420,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475663509

$420,000

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

Public Records for 53 Echo Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$116,860Additions$235,940Total$352,800
Tax Record2024$10,139 ($845 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,134 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,134 SqFtStories3Lot Size87,991 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1710ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:24 B:2 L:6Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 53 Echo Valley Road

This home is within Newtown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hawley 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
Hawley 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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