NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Benjamin Dr Newtown, CT 06470

Estimated Value: $631,111 - $667,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,608 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 13, 2019

Last sale price $358,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,161/month

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Reed Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of December 2019

Welcome Home - This 5 Bedroom Split level home situated on cul-de-sac offers space for all. Updated and well cared for. Living room with wood burning fireplace, hard wood floors through out the main level.3 Bedrooms complete the main level . Master with private 1/2 bath and beautifully updated main bathroom with double vanity w/granite counters & tile shower. Lower Level rec room, office and bedroom gives privacy and is perfect for hobbyists, crafters or home gym. In-Law /Au pair Apartment with private entrance features vaulted ceiling in living room, fresh paint and recessed lighting, separate kitchen and private bath with stackable laundry as well as a loft perfect for storage or additional space. 3 car garage. Large deck off the kitchen leads to your private back yard which is perfect for entertaining -and hosting fun for all - above ground pool with deck, firepit and level fenced in yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristie Perry

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0768663 Listed on: 08/18/2019

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Leonard

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0806967

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,553

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 1.19 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage

Additional Features

  • Separate Entry Quarters
  • Property is near shops

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,553

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2158
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2158
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 450
  • Total Sq Ft: 2608
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5854
  • Directions: Hitfield to Benjamin
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement & In Law
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Above Ground Pool, Vinyl
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Wall Unit, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Reed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.1900
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Full
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 8553
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 208185

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2019
Closed on
Dec 9, 2019
Sold by
Kirk Edward F and Kirk Carrie L
Bought by
Sheridan Gail M and Sheridan Mark
Seller's Agent
Kristie Perry
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Robert Leonard
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$364,900
Sold Price
$358,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-1.89%
Current Estimated Value
$647,028

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$289,028
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.15%
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Outstanding Balance
$123,671
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$523,357

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2002
Sold by
Lopato Peter and Lopato Elizabeth
Bought by
Kirk Edward and Kirk Carrie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sheridan Gail M $352,000 None Available
Sheridan Gail M $352,000 None Available
Kirk Edward $200,000 --
Kirk Edward $200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sheridan Gail M $140,000
Closed Sheridan Gail M $140,000
Previous Owner Kirk Edward $12,000
Previous Owner Kirk Edward $233,300
Previous Owner Kirk Edward $245,000
Previous Owner Kirk Edward $204,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/13/2019 12/13/19 Sold $358,000 -0.5% $137 / Sq Ft
10/28/2019 10/28/19 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2019 09/24/19 Price Changed $359,900 -1.4% $138 / Sq Ft
08/18/2019 08/18/19 For Sale $364,900 -- $140 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,570 $332,990 $83,560 $249,430
2024 $8,981 $332,990 $83,560 $249,430
2023 $8,892 $338,890 $83,560 $255,330
2022 $8,529 $246,000 $74,480 $171,520
2021 $8,524 $246,000 $74,480 $171,520
2020 $8,551 $246,000 $74,480 $171,520
2019 $3,160 $246,000 $74,480 $171,520
2018 $8,423 $246,000 $74,480 $171,520
2017 $7,484 $220,950 $74,420 $146,530
2016 $7,424 $220,950 $74,420 $146,530
2015 $7,307 $220,950 $74,420 $146,530
2014 $7,360 $220,950 $74,420 $146,530
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170227099

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000037-000007-000011-000013