NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Shepard Hill Rd Newtown, CT 06470

Estimated Value: $922,000 - $1,093,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,868 Sq Ft
$348/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 11, 2024

Last sale price $975,000 $340 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,311/month

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 4.61 Acre Lot
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Head O'Meadow Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Sitting Room

About This Home

As of April 2024

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Kate Klemish-Boehm

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0790712 Listed on: 01/08/2024

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Cindy Searight

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0821868

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,363

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 4.61 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R-3

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,868 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Head O'meadow Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Property is near shops
  • Barn

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 204402

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,363

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2868
  • Total Sq Ft: 2868
  • Year Built: 1955
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Recent updates since owned include: Roof,Central A/C, Furnace, Garage Doors, Driveway, Patio, Light fixtures, Appliances, Bathroom Floors, & Painting.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5083
  • Directions: Head of Meadow to Shepard Hill
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Level Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Enclosed
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Gravel
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.61
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Lightly Wooded Sloping Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Parcel #: 204402

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 12363

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Head O'Meadow
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2024
Closed on
Apr 10, 2024
Sold by
Merritt Aimee
Bought by
Mcmahon James J and Mcmahon Joan
Seller's Agent
Mary Kate Klemish-Boehm
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Searight
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Views
79
Current Estimated Value
$997,078

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,078
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.26%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$591,137
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$405,941

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2019
Sold by
Lewis Andrew
Bought by
Merritt Aimee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Roman Sarah and Rahr Timothy
Bought by
Merritt Aimee and Lewis Andrew

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1992
Sold by
Almonte Steven and Almonte Marilyn
Bought by
Fahr Timothy and Roman Sarah
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mcmahon James J $975,000 None Available
Mcmahon James J $975,000 None Available
Mcmahon James J $975,000 None Available
Merritt Aimee -- --
Merritt Aimee -- --
Merritt Aimee -- --
Merritt Aimee $692,400 --
Fahr Timothy $250,000 --
Merritt Aimee $692,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcmahon James J $600,000
Closed Mcmahon James J $600,000
Previous Owner Fahr Timothy $638,400
Previous Owner Fahr Timothy $79,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/11/2024 04/11/24 Sold $975,000 0.0% $340 / Sq Ft
03/09/2024 03/09/24 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2024 01/12/24 For Sale $975,000 -- $340 / 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 $13,541 $471,150 $188,030 $283,120
2024 $12,707 $471,150 $188,030 $283,120
2023 $12,363 $471,150 $188,030 $283,120
2022 $11,219 $323,590 $125,080 $198,510
2021 $11,212 $323,590 $125,080 $198,510
2020 $11,248 $323,590 $125,080 $198,510
2019 $11,251 $323,590 $125,080 $198,510
2018 $11,080 $323,590 $125,080 $198,510
2017 $11,493 $339,320 $148,070 $191,250
2016 $11,401 $339,320 $148,070 $191,250
2015 $11,221 $339,320 $148,070 $191,250
2014 $11,303 $339,320 $148,070 $191,250
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170617660

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000015-000005-000009