Exquisite New England homestead featuring an expanded Cape situated on 4.61 gorgeous acres in the highly desirable Boggs Hill area of Newtown. This enchanting home has so much to offer-w/2 fireplaces(1 wood/ gas) a large screened in porch overlooking a quintessential country retreat. The formal living room has a window seat, gas fireplace & access to the screened in porch.The porch radiates charm w/expansive views of the picturesque grounds. The dining rm has h/w floors & a window seat. The large family rm has built-ins,a woodburning fireplace & french doors leading out to the spacious bluestone patio.The kitchen has granite counters w/brkfst bar, newer appliances & cherry cabinets. Just off the kitchen there is a light soaked brkfst nook & an additional butler's pantry/laundry room w/lots of storage.The first floor also has a home office & powder room. Upstairs,the Primary Ste is generous w/a huge walk-in closet & full bath w/soaking tub, shower & double vanity.There are three additional b/r's on the second flr along w/a hall bath. The property is stunning w/professionally landscaped gardens, a beautiful blue stone patio & sweeping views of the cleared meadows. There is a 1600 sq ft outbuilding perfect for a car enthusiast to store cars/horse/animal barn or to turn it into a party barn as it has water & electricity. Wonderful fields for pasture & paddocks. This home exudes New England charm.All this & convenience w/close proximity to town & hwys set in a lovely neighborhood. Recent updates since owned include: Roof,Central A/C, Furnace, Garage Doors, Driveway, Patio, Light fixtures, Appliances, Bathroom Floors, & Painting.
Sold for $975,000 on 04/11/24
$975,000
5 Shepard Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470
4beds
2,868sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
4.61 Acres Lot
$1,040,800 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$4,806 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,040,800
$978,000 - $1.11M
$4,806/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:19pm
Listed by:
Mary Kate Klemish-Boehm 203-583-1027,
Brown Harris Stevens 203-221-0666
Bought with:
Cynthia H. Searight, RES.0821868
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170617660
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Pantry, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Dining Area, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete,Interior Entry,Storage Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,868
- Total interior livable area: 2,868 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,868
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Paved, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
Lot
- Size: 4.61 Acres
- Features: Level, Few Trees, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 204402
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Newtown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2024 | Sold | $975,000$340/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170617660 | ||
| 2/6/2024 | Pending sale | $975,000$340/sqft |
Source:  Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens #170617660 | ||
| 1/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $975,000+8.5%$340/sqft |
Source: Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens #170617660 | ||
| 4/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens | ||
| 4/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000$313/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170526678 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,541 +6.6% | $471,150 |
| 2024 | $12,707 +2.8% | $471,150 |
| 2023 | $12,363 +10.2% | $471,150 +45.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06470
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Head O'Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Newtown Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Newtown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Head O'Meadow
- Middle: Newtown
- 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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