$475,000
SOLD JUL 15, 2014

5 Franklin Ct Unit 5 Newtown, CT 06470

Newtown Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,304 Sq Ft
2004 Built

Recently Sold

$206 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

199 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Health Club
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of July 2025

Penthouse (Model) has all the "Bells & Whistles"! One word to describe this unit "WOW". Purchased 4/2006 for $706,000. Desirable 55+Luxury Community Complete with Clubhouse & Social Hall, Billiard Room, Fitness Center, Heated In-Ground Pool & Hot Tub. 2 Car Garage & locked Storage Room. Exceptional Quality Construction w/Top of the Line Appointments & Architectural Details: Tiled Foyer, Hardwood Floors, Tray Ceilings in MBRM, LR, DR & Den. Gourmet Kitchen w/Center Island, Granite Counters, Cherry Cabinets, SS Appliances & Sliders to 15x10 Porch. Library & Den have Extensive Built-In Shelving w/Fpls. Living Room also has a gas fireplace. Two-Zone Hydro Air Heating & Cooling System. 2nd BDRM being used as Office w/Window Seat & Full Bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Martins

Coldwell Banker Newtown License #RES.0437301 Listed on: 10/28/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Guertin

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0766256

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,025

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,304 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Handicap Parking
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Accessible Home Design

  • Bathroom has a 60 inch turning radius
  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidity Control

Additional Features

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Spa

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include grounds maintenance, insurance, property management, pest control, pool service
  • 96 Units
  • Liberty Community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Health Club
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,025

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2304
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2304
  • Total Sq Ft: 2304
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Pool
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Elevator, Health Club, Pool
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Handicap Features: 32" Minimum Door Widths, 60" Turning Radius, Exterior Curb Cuts, Hallways 36+ Inches Wide, Handicap Parking
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Unit On Floor Number: 2
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2464
  • Condo Model Name: Adams Penthouse
  • Directions: Rte 6 to Liberty. First right Franklin - 1st bldg on left #5 -
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Inside apartment
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Gutters, Hot Tub, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool, Safety Fence
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Insurance, Property Management, Pest Control, Pool Service
  • Complex Name: Liberty
  • Levels In Unit: 1
  • HOA Fees: 465
  • HOA: Yes
  • Property Manager Email: jknowles@scalzoproperty.com
  • Property Manager Name: Scalzo Property Mgmt
  • Property Manager Phone: (203) 205-7686

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Humidistat, Energy Star Rated, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: EH-10
  • Property Info: Adult Community 55, Planned Unit Development

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2013-June 2014
  • Property Tax: 11025
  • Total Assessed Value: 330870
  • Mil Rate Total: 33.320
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2461844
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2013

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 96

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Susan T Sullivan Ret and Sullivan
Bought by
Holmes Ft and Holmes
Seller's Agent
Annmarie Del Franco
Blackstone Properties of CT
Buyer's Agent
Noel Mathers
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$666,000
Premium/Discount to List
$67,000
11.19%
Views
23

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-43.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2016
Sold by
Sullivan Susan T
Bought by
Susan T Sullivan Ret and Sullivan Susan T

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2013
Closed on
Jul 16, 2014
Sold by
Sarkar Asim and Sarkar Elisabeth
Bought by
Sullivan Susan T
Seller's Agent
Linda Martins
Coldwell Banker Newtown
Buyer's Agent
Mary Guertin
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-17.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.62%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $666,000 --
Deed $666,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Sold $666,000 +11.2% $277 / Sq Ft
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

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $11,194 $389,500 $0 $389,500
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

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99045815

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000002-000005-000005-995916