$599,000

5 Franklin Ct Unit 5 Newtown, CT 06470

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,878/month

Total Views 9,938
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,407 Sq Ft
$249 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Penthouse
  • In Ground Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE luxurious top-floor END UNIT located within a vibrant 55+ community, showcasing exceptional quality and CUSTOM MODEL details. Spanning 2,400 sq ft this impressive residence features 2 Ensuites and 2.5 BA ensuring you won't need to downsize. The property offers seamless entry with spacious doorways and an ELEVATOR. Meticulously cared the home showcases; large windows, soaring 9-ft ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite millwork, 2 Gas Fireplaces, tray ceilings, custom closet, all wrapped up in a airy OPEN FLOOR plan. The GOURMET-inspired eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite tops, a central island with breakfast bar, a designated desk work area, disposal, and abundant cabinetry with pull-out drawers. Enjoy easy access to a covered PRIVATE PORCH. The primary suite offers luxurious comfort with BRAND NEW plush carpeting, a tiled tub, a separate shower, dual vanity, and a custom tailored walk-in closet. An adjacent sitting room is complete with built-in bookshelves and a GAS FIREPLACE perfect for a music or reading nook. The second Ensuite features an eye-catching MURPHY BED and stunning cabinetry. Living Room and Dining Room provide elegant spaces for entertaining. Oversized 2 car garage plus additional storage room. Just steps away from the spirited clubhouse, with a FITNESS CENTER and a refreshing POOL/SPA. Perfectly positioned off exit 8, I-84 with shopping and delightful eateries. Experience single-level living at its finest.

Last Listed By

Annmarie Del Franco

Blackstone Properties of CT License #REB.0790928 Listed on: 05/21/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,505

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $650 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Penthouse
  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,407 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Bathroom
  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Hawley Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2461844

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, trash pickup, snow removal, property management, pool service, road maintenance
  • 96 Units
  • Property managed by Scalzo Property Managemen

Amenities

  • Community Garden
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Exercise Course
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,505

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$650 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Hawleyville
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Ranch, Penthouse
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2407
  • Total Sq Ft: 2407
  • Year Built: 2004
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Bocci Court, Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Elevator, Exercise Room/Health Club, Gardening Area, Guest Parking, Pool, Putting Green
  • Remarks Public Addendum: SOUTHERN EXPOSURE MODEL BEAUTY! This luxurious top-floor END UNIT is situated in a vibrant 55+ community, offering exceptional quality & custom details throughout. Spanning 2,400 square ft. this impressive home features 2 ensuites & 2.5 BA eliminating the need to downsize. The seamless entry to the building, characterized by spacious doorways & an elevator, facilitates ease of movement throughout the premises. Inside, the large windows flood the space with natural light, creating an airy feel. The sleek open floor plan adorned with custom elements such as nine-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, extensive millwork, tumble marble entryway, tray ceilings, and two gas fireplaces, creates an inviting ambiance. Meticulously maintained, this sprawling space offers remarkable flexibility. This GOURMET-inspired EIK features SS Appl, granite tops, a central island w/BREAKFAST BAR, & a designated desk work area, disposal, & abundant cabinetry, complete with pull-out drawers & easy access to the covered PRIVATE PORCH. The Primary Suite features BRAND NEW, luxurious carpeting, a separate tiled tub, a distinct shower, & a DUAL VANITY. The dressing room boasts a tailored wardrobe for enhanced organization. There is also a separate SITTING Room with GAS FIREPLACE & built-in bookshelves & would make a great music or reading rm. The second ensuite features a beautifully designed MURPHY BED that showcases exceptional attention to detail. This eye-catching element serves as an excellent solution for reclaiming unused space. The Living Room features elegant hardwood floors & triple windows that allow for ample natural light. It includes a DUAL SIDED GAS FIREPLACE, shared with the adjacent office, complemented by a beautiful mantel and a tray ceiling, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the space. The formal DINING Room serves as an elegant space for entertaining guests. The oversized 2-CAR garage, paired with an additional SEPARATE STORAGE room, is exceptionally convenient. Just steps away from the spirited CLUBHOUSE. Enjoy the amazing amenities like a fully equipped kitchen, billiards, fitness center, a large club room and a refreshing in-ground POOL and spa for relaxation and leisure. Perfectly positioned off exit 8, I-84 with shopping and mouthwatering eateries practically at your doorstep. If you seek the convenience of single-level living, we invite you to explore.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Handicap Features: 32" Minimum Door Widths, Accessible Bath, Exterior Curb Cuts, Hallways 36+ Inches Wide
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Boats, Trailer(S), Truck(S)
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Unit On Floor Number: 2
  • Directions: GPS friendly Rt.6 LIBERTY at NEWTOWN first building on your right, park in visitor spots
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 2407
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Court
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: None
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Elevator, Intercom, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: In Unit, separate room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Underground Utilities, Sidewalk, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, Covered Deck, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Spa, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Unit Garage, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 175

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Property Management, Pool Service, Road Maintenance
  • Levels In Unit: 1
  • HOA Fees: 650
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Property Management Type: Professional-Off Site
  • Property Manager Name: Ann Germinaro
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Scalzo Property Managemen
  • Property Mgt Phone: (203) 790-6888
  • Total Number of Units In Complex: Liberty at Newtown

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Treed Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: EH-10
  • Property Info: Adult Community 55
  • Parcel #: 2461844

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: Ask
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Number Of Units: 96

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 10505
  • Total Assessed Value: 389500
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.97

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2024 $10,505 $389,500 $0 $389,500
2023 $10,220 $389,500 $0 $389,500
2022 $10,046 $289,770 $0 $289,770
2021 $10,041 $289,770 $0 $289,770
2020 $10,072 $289,770 $0 $289,770
2019 $10,075 $289,770 $0 $289,770
2018 $9,922 $289,770 $0 $289,770
2017 $11,658 $344,200 $0 $344,200
2016 $11,565 $344,200 $0 $344,200
2015 $11,383 $344,200 $0 $344,200
2014 $11,501 $345,280 $0 $345,280
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2025 05/21/25 For Sale $599,000 +26.1% $249 / Sq Ft
07/15/2014 07/15/14 Sold $475,000 -17.4% $206 / Sq Ft
06/15/2014 06/15/14 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2013 10/28/13 For Sale $575,000 -- $250 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24097058

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000002-000005-000005-995916