NOT LISTED FOR SALE

59 Bear Hills Rd Newtown, CT 06470

Estimated Value: $462,000 - $559,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,324 Sq Ft
$224/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 23, 2022

Last sale price $400,000 $172 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,439/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Middle Gate Elementary School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2022

Looking for space, 4 bedrooms, and energy efficiency? Then this is the one for you! Finish what the owners started in this wonderfully-expanded raised ranch. Don't worry about the furnace, the roof, windows, water heater, garage doors, pressure tank, or well pump and lines as these were all updated within the last 3-5 years. With these high ticket items done for you and your savings having natural gas, you can focus on making the upper level of this home your own. Upstairs enjoy a flowing floor plan with a large family room with fireplace which connects via French doors to a fully-enclosed sunroom. The living room and dining room are joined by an extended flex space to use as a home office, craft room or extra sitting. The kitchen has newer appliances and lots of cabinets. Three bedrooms and a full bath with jetted tub finish this level. While you are putting your own touches on the upper level, you can enjoy the updates of the lower level. Use the space for yourself or rent it as it is a legally-permitted apartment. It is complete with its own kitchen with dining area, separate bedroom, full bathroom and large living room area. It also has its own entrance and laundry. The yard has an open area to enjoy amidst the treed borders. This home has so much to offer, come see it today. Home being sold As-Is. Fall in love online with the virtual walk-through tour.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tricia Farin

Real Broker CT, LLC License #RES.0809865 Listed on: 08/12/2022

Real Broker CT, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Kayla O'Grady

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0817786

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,700

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 1.32 Acre Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Fan
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access
  • Apartment Living Space in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Middle Gate Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Private Company Owned Well

Additional Features

  • Separate Entry Quarters
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,700

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1540
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1540
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 784
  • Total Sq Ft: 2324
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3284
  • Directions: Route 25 to Bear Hills Road. House on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Heated, Garage Access, Apartment, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: One in Garage and One in Apartment
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle, Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fans, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3200
  • Lot Description: Rocky, Treed
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 6700
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.670
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 207455

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2022
Closed on
Sep 23, 2022
Sold by
Anderson Niswander Llc and Herrera
Bought by
Oliver Gregory T and Oliver Margaret J
Seller's Agent
Tricia Farin
Real Broker CT, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kayla O'Grady
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$520,234

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,234
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.16%
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Outstanding Balance
$305,217
Interest Rate
5.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$215,017

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2016
Closed on
May 1, 2017
Sold by
Anderson Thomas L and Niswander Sharon L
Bought by
Herrera Melanie
Seller's Agent
David Harris
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ben Keeney
RE/MAX Right Choice
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$272,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-9.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.21%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2016
Closed on
Mar 13, 2017
Sold by
Griffin John R and Griffin Valerie J
Bought by
Anderson Thomas L and Niswander Sharon L
Seller's Agent
David Harris
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ben Keeney
RE/MAX Right Choice
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$272,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-9.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 1988
Sold by
Carey John
Bought by
Simmonds Jane
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
Oliver Gregory T $400,000 None Available
Oliver Gregory T $400,000 None Available
Oliver Gregory T $400,000 None Available
Herrera Melanie -- --
Herrera Melanie -- --
Herrera Melanie -- --
Anderson Thomas L $272,000 --
Anderson Thomas L $272,000 --
Anderson Thomas L $272,000 --
Simmonds Jane $185,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Oliver Gregory T $320,000
Closed Oliver Gregory T $320,000
Previous Owner Anderson Thomas L $200,000
Previous Owner Simmonds Jane $214,000
Previous Owner Simmonds Jane $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/23/2022 09/23/22 Sold $400,000 0.0% $172 / Sq Ft
08/12/2022 08/12/22 For Sale $399,900 0.0% $172 / Sq Ft
02/12/2021 02/12/21 Rented $1,600 0.0% --
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Under Contract -- -- --
02/01/2021 02/01/21 For Rent $1,600 +6.7% --
05/05/2020 05/05/20 Rented $1,500 0.0% --
04/10/2020 04/10/20 Under Contract -- -- --
03/23/2020 03/23/20 For Rent $1,500 +11.1% --
02/14/2019 02/14/19 Rented $1,350 +5.9% --
01/31/2019 01/31/19 For Rent $1,275 0.0% --
01/31/2019 01/31/19 Off Market $1,275 -- --
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Price Changed $1,275 0.0% $2 / Sq Ft
03/10/2017 03/10/17 Sold $272,000 0.0% $126 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/11/2017 02/11/17 Off Market $272,000 -- --
08/18/2016 08/18/16 For Sale $300,000 -- $139 / 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 $8,130 $282,880 $82,570 $200,310
2024 $7,629 $282,880 $82,570 $200,310
2023 $7,423 $282,880 $82,570 $200,310
2022 $6,700 $193,260 $71,510 $121,750
2021 $6,696 $193,260 $71,510 $121,750
2020 $6,718 $193,260 $71,510 $121,750
2019 $6,720 $193,260 $71,510 $121,750
2018 $6,557 $191,500 $71,510 $119,990
2017 $6,575 $194,130 $79,950 $114,180
2016 $6,523 $194,130 $79,950 $114,180
2015 $6,420 $194,130 $79,950 $114,180
2014 $6,466 $194,130 $79,950 $114,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170516030

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000035-000012-000024