NOT LISTED FOR SALE

79 Suzie Dr Newtown, CT 06470

Estimated Value: $580,000 - $622,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,317 Sq Ft
$560/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 07, 2023

Last sale price $460,000 $199 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,502/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool House
  • Clubhouse
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Active Adult
  • Ranch Style House
  • End Unit

About This Home

As of July 2023

Two bedroom, two and half bath garden level ranch style condo that lives like a private home. This 55+ Active Adult unit offers an open concept Living Room and Dining Room with access to the paver patio. Spacious Kitchen has a large island, solid surface counter tops, and eating area with a large bow window. Large Primary Bedroom Suite is complete with a long walk-in closet, full bath with two sink vanity, glass block window, tub and separate shower. Library offers multiple uses: office, den, etc. Second bedroom is ensuite with a full bath. Beautiful moldings throughout, gas fireplace in Living Room. Community offers a Clubhouse, inground pool and more. Unit has 9' high ceilings, a two car garage and separate storage area. $10,000 special assessment for decks has been PAID in full. Monthly common charge is $560. Dishwasher requires replacement by new owner.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bob and Richelle Ward

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761632 Listed on: 05/17/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Robert Ward

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761631

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Scantling

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0808408

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,427

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $560 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,317 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Varies By Unit
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Pool House
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include club house, grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, water, property management, pest control, pool service, insurance
  • 96 Units
  • Liberty At Newtown Community
  • Property managed by Scalzo Property Mgmt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,427

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$560 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2317
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2317
  • Total Sq Ft: 2317
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Pool
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Subject to Probate
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Special Assessment Details: Paid in full - $10K for decks
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2582
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/03/2023
  • Condo Model Name: Jefferson 1
  • Directions: Mount Pleasant Road to Liberty at Newtown Complex. #79 is located in last building on the right.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Between coat closet and powder room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Unit Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Property Management, Pest Control, Pool Service, Insurance
  • Complex Name: Liberty at Newtown
  • HOA Fees: 560
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No
  • Property Management Type: Professional-Off Site
  • Property Manager Email: agerminaro@scalzoproperty.com
  • Property Manager Name: Ann Germinaro
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Scalzo Property Mgmt
  • Property Mgt Phone: 203-790-6888

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Reed

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: EH-10
  • Property Info: Adult Community 55

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: 2 pets per unit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 8427
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.240
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2461806

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 96

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

Closed on
Aug 22, 2025
Sold by
Shaffer Bruce M
Bought by
Bruce Shaffer Ret and Shaffer
Current Estimated Value
$602,594

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2023
Closed on
Jul 6, 2023
Sold by
Forger Robert D Est and Forger
Bought by
Shaffer Bruce M
Seller's Agent
Bob and Richelle Ward
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Scantling
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
2.24%
Views
144

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.91%
Original Mortgage
$437,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2006
Sold by
Liberty At Newtown
Bought by
Leff Wilma and Leff Jerome

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$527,900
Interest Rate
6.33%
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
Bruce Shaffer Ret -- --
Shaffer Bruce M $460,000 None Available
Shaffer Bruce M $460,000 None Available
Leff Wilma $684,350 --
Leff Wilma $684,350 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shaffer Bruce M $437,000
Previous Owner Leff Wilma $527,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/07/2023 07/07/23 Sold $460,000 +2.2% $199 / Sq Ft
05/25/2023 05/25/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $449,900 -- $194 / 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 $9,230 $321,140 $0 $321,140
2024 $8,661 $321,140 $0 $321,140
2023 $8,427 $321,140 $0 $321,140
2022 $8,292 $239,160 $0 $239,160
2021 $8,287 $239,160 $0 $239,160
2020 $8,313 $239,160 $0 $239,160
2019 $8,316 $239,160 $0 $239,160
2018 $8,189 $239,160 $0 $239,160
2017 $9,624 $284,160 $0 $284,160
2016 $9,548 $284,160 $0 $284,160
2015 $9,397 $284,160 $0 $284,160
2014 $9,465 $284,160 $0 $284,160
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170570670

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000002-000005-000005-926766