8 Overlook Knoll Rd

Newtown, CT 06482

$322,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,855 Sq. Ft.
$174 / Sq. Ft.
1,855
Sq. Ft.
$174
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/1/19
Closed 7/1/19

Description

Welcome to 8 Overlook Knoll Rd-Totally renovated 1,855 square foot 6 room, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape that was rebuilt from the foundation up in 2012. Features include an open floor plan with recessed lighting, central air conditioning & hardwood floors throughout, large living/family room with cathedral ceiling and slider to deck overlooking the private back yard, 1st floor master bedroom with full bath & walk-in closet, kitchen with Maple raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and stainless steel...Welcome to 8 Overlook Knoll Rd-Totally renovated 1,855 square foot 6 room, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape that was rebuilt from the foundation up in 2012. Features include an open floor plan with recessed lighting, central air conditioning & hardwood floors throughout, large living/family room with cathedral ceiling and slider to deck overlooking the private back yard, 1st floor master bedroom with full bath & walk-in closet, kitchen with Maple raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Upper level features 2 generous sized bedrooms, one with double closets and one with a walkin closet and a full hallway bath. Lower level basement with slider to the rear yard and access to garage. This home is located in a private community bordering Lake Zoar with boat ramp & beach/park area with covered picnic pavilion, horseshoe pits, volleyball area and kayak racks.
  1. Listed by Gary Gilroy • Alpine Realty
    P: (203)-426-2483 C: (203)-770-8653 garygilroy@hotmail.com

Property Details for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Garage Access, Walk-out
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Lake Zoar
Style
Cape Cod
Subdivision
Shady Rest
Garage Parking Info
Under House Garage, Paved
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/01/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170184339
Days on Market77
Taxes$6,252 / year
HOA Fees$120 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Alpine Realty, Gary Gilroy

Sold By Higgins Group Vanderblue, Camilo Ramirez

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Building Information for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF

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Property Information for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Park, Private Rec Facilities
  • Directions: Sandy Hook Center to Glen Rd Left on Walnut Tree Hill Right into Shady Rest left on Shady Rest Blvd left on Overlook Knoll Rd
  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed
  • Latitude: 41.44965
  • Longitude: -73.27838
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: Shady Rest
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 120
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $6,252
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Water Community, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Hookups in basement
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Cathedral Ceiling,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 14.8
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.8
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 17.8
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 8.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Width: 5.3
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 8.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 6.3
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 24.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 8.2
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 7.2
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Clay
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
  • Exclusions: Portable Island in kitchen
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3360
  • New Construction Type: Torn Down & Rebuilt
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1855
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot
  • Parcel Number: 209073
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1855.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1855.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 28, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #648885254

$322,000

+13.0% / yr

Oct 6, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #298266906

$111,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/28/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #648885254

$322,000

+13.0% / yr

10/06/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #298266906

$111,000

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

Public Records for 8 Overlook Knoll Road

Taxable ValueLand$53,550Additions$205,380Total$258,930
Tax Record2024$7,442 ($620 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,855 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,855 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,056 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningR-1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNTWN M:42 B:2 L:34Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Overlook Knoll 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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