79 Castle Hill Rd

Newtown, CT 06470

$500,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,340 Sq. Ft.
$214 / Sq. Ft.
2,340
Sq. Ft.
$214
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/30/21
Closed 6/30/21

Description

Enjoy the best of Newtown in this meticulous ranch home, only 1 mile from the town’s famous Borough Flagpole and within the prime Taunton Area. Taunton Lake is a stone’s throw away to enjoy fishing, kayaking, Paddle-boarding and swimming. Newtown Fish and Game Club just walking distance away. 2+ acre lot offers a beautiful backdrop just minutes from the heart of Newtown. Peaceful gardens, private pond, treed lot and sounds of birds make you feel like you are at a Zen retreat. Pure privacy for this...Enjoy the best of Newtown in this meticulous ranch home, only 1 mile from the town’s famous Borough Flagpole and within the prime Taunton Area. Taunton Lake is a stone’s throw away to enjoy fishing, kayaking, Paddle-boarding and swimming. Newtown Fish and Game Club just walking distance away. 2+ acre lot offers a beautiful backdrop just minutes from the heart of Newtown. Peaceful gardens, private pond, treed lot and sounds of birds make you feel like you are at a Zen retreat. Pure privacy for this western Newtown property, minutes to Exit 9 off I-84. Just 75 minutes from NYC. Move right into this 3 bd, 3 ba open floor plan home that has been updated and well maintained over time. Large updated gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, island and SS appliances, hardwood floors, remodeled main bedroom retreat w/sunken spa, pebble tile and bamboo walls. Finished lower level offers additional 518 sq. feet recreational/media area. Charming 300 sq. ft. cottage is perfect respite for studio, office, or fitness. Generous deck and screened porch offers views of private yard and pond. Sellers can accommodate a quick close so move in prior to summer!
  1. Listed by Tina R Witthoefft • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-906-9498 C: (203)-906-9498 twitthoefft@williampitt.com

Property Details for 79 Castle Hill Road

Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Garage Access, Liveable Space
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
05-20-2021
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Taunton
Style
Ranch
Garage Parking Info
Under House Garage, Paved
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 06/30/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 79 Castle Hill Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170400010
Days on Market3
Taxes$8,210 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1960
Lot Size2.61 AC / 113,691 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Tina R Witthoefft

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Diana Newbert

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Building Information for 79 Castle Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size2.61 AC / 113,691 SF

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Property Information for 79 Castle Hill Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Flagpole to West Street, right on Castle Hill Rd, property on left.
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.404007
  • Longitude: -73.32761
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Pool
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $8,210
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Grill, Gutters, Hot Tub, Porch-Screened, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Wall Unit, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Located off finished basement
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Remodeled,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Beams,Book Shelves,French Doors,Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Full Bath
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hot Tub,Stone Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yes
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
  • Exclusions: Security System, see Property Inclusion/Exclusion Form
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4013
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 518
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1822
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 204528
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1822.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2340.0
  • Zoning: R-3
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 79 Castle Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1467883678

$500,000

+3.2% / yr

Oct 1, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91078689

$239,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1467883678

$500,000

+3.2% / yr

10/01/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91078689

$239,000

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

Public Records for 79 Castle Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$123,750Additions$231,490Total$355,240
Tax Record2025$10,210 ($851 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt1,822 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,822 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt518 SqFtStories1Lot Size113,692 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningR-3CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:15 B:7 L:8 U:3-4

Schools near 79 Castle Hill 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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