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Sold for $438,000
$438,000
5 Scenic View Drive, Newtown, CT 06470
3beds
2,112sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.61 Acres Lot
$464,800 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$3,773 Estimated rent
Home value
$464,800
$414,000 - $521,000
$3,773/mo
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Cozy fireplaceSpacious screened-in back porchSpacious finished basementPlenty of storage spaceHardwood floorsCharming three bedroomPrivate backyard
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Listed by:
Lynda Linley 203-767-6192,
Coldwell Banker Realty 203-426-5679,
Lisa Brackett 203-522-3551,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Frank Schiavone, RES.0804840
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24083033
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Partial,Heated,Garage Access,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Liveable Space
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,112
- Total interior livable area: 2,112 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,056
- Finished area below ground: 1,056
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Association Optional, Access
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Rocky, Level, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 205418
- Zoning: R-2
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newtown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $438,000+0.7%$207/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24083033 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Pending sale | $435,000$206/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24083033 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Price change | $435,000-2.2%$206/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24083033 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Price change | $445,000-4.3%$211/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24083033 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $465,000+193.4%$220/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24083033 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/1998 | Sold | $158,500-0.9%$75/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98000236 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/1987 | Sold | $160,000$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,161 +6.6% | $249,160 |
| 2024 | $6,720 +2.8% | $249,160 |
| 2023 | $6,538 +16.3% | $249,160 +53.6% |
| 2022 | $5,623 +0.1% | $162,190 |
| 2021 | $5,620 -0.3% | $162,190 |
| 2020 | $5,638 0% | $162,190 |
| 2019 | $5,639 +1.5% | $162,190 |
| 2018 | $5,553 +11.6% | $162,190 +10.4% |
| 2017 | $4,974 +2.4% | $146,850 |
| 2015 | $4,856 -0.7% | $146,850 |
| 2014 | $4,892 0% | $146,850 |
| 2013 | $4,893 -9.1% | $146,850 -33.1% |
| 2012 | $5,385 +0.7% | $219,422 |
| 2011 | $5,347 +1.5% | $219,422 +0% |
| 2010 | $5,266 +2.4% | $219,420 |
| 2009 | $5,141 +1% | $219,420 |
| 2008 | $5,091 +11.9% | $219,420 +35.6% |
| 2007 | $4,548 +2.9% | $161,860 |
| 2006 | $4,419 +4.6% | $161,860 |
| 2005 | $4,225 +4.8% | $161,860 |
| 2004 | $4,030 +3.3% | $161,860 -2.9% |
| 2003 | $3,900 +27.7% | $166,660 +73.5% |
| 2001 | $3,054 +7.8% | $96,040 |
| 2000 | $2,833 +5.7% | $96,040 |
| 1999 | $2,680 | $96,040 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06470
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hawley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 3.9 mi
- 7/10Newtown Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 9/10Newtown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hawley
- Middle: Newtown,Reed
- High: Newtown
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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