71 Birch Hill Rd Newtown, CT, 06470

single family home
$ 575,000 Sold Dec 1, 2021
44 days on market, 125% sale-to-list ratio
  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,203 sq ft
  • 1 acre
  • 1956 year built
  • 2 cars garage

About the Home

In the TAUNTON AREA OF WESTERN NEWTOWN this unique, architecturally interesting, 3BR, 3 Full Bath home situated on a level acre of land awaits its new owner!! The phenomenal perennial courtyard greets you as you approach the front door. The appealing open floor concept is noticed immediately upon entering the house. The living room is open to the kitchen, which flows into the bright sunroom. Cathedral ceilings, skylights & walls of windows enhance this home with an abundance of natural light. In 2004 a remodeling & addition was completed. Easy to maintain hardwood & porcellanto w/granite flooring is found throughout the house. Through the french doors in the master suite you can step out to the charming, spacious, stamped concrete patio adorned with a tranquil stone pond w/waterfall. You'll love relaxing, entertaining or watching the kids play in the large, private backyard. There are a variety of Asian pear trees & a mulberry tree on the property. A garden potting room is conveniently located in the lower level w/an outside entrance. A workshop, home office (or potential in-law, exercise room, man cave; use as you choose) & full bath are also on the walk-out lower level. In addition, there is a 20x20x8' (approx) fenced in vegetable garden for your horticulture pleasure. Added bonuses: wired for generator, a cedar closet & a safe. Enjoy country living in this perfect LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION for commuting down county, to Westchester County & 70 minutes to NYC!

Rooms & Interior

3 bedrooms beds
3 full baths
2,203 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Primary Bedroom (Main Level) Cathedral Ceiling, French Doors, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Skylight, Walk-In Closet
  • Sun Room (Main Level) Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Skylight, Tile Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, Cathedral Ceiling, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Main Level) Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Lower Level) Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Kitchen (Main Level) Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Island, Pantry, Skylight, Tile Floor
  • Bedroom (Main Level) Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, Cathedral Ceiling, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Main Level) Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Lower Level) Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Kitchen (Main Level) Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Island, Pantry, Skylight, Tile Floor
  • Bedroom (Main Level) Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
  • Other Rooms Workshop

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Heating: hydro air, zoned
  • Heat fuel type: oil
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • Ceiling fans
  • Central air

Interior Features

  • Auto garage door opener
  • Cable - available
  • Open floor plan
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas cooktop
  • Oven/range
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Icemaker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Attic

  • Pull-down stairs

Basement

  • Full
  • Partially finished
  • Heated
  • Cooled
  • Garage access
  • Walk-out

Laundry

  • Main level

Energy Features

  • Generator ready

Exterior Features

  • French doors
  • Fruit trees
  • Garden area
  • Gutters
  • Lighting
  • Patio

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 2
  • Attached garage
  • Under house garage

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 1 acres
  • Level lot
  • Professionally landscaped

Driveway

  • Private
  • Paved

Utilities

  • Water: private well
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Basketball court
  • Health club
  • Lake
  • Library
  • Park
  • Playground/tot lot
  • Public pool
  • Tennis courts

Construction Details

Style
ranch

Construction year
1956

Exterior Siding
wood

Foundation
block, concrete

Roof
asphalt shingle


Area & Town

This home is located in Dodgingtown neighborhood, in the town of Newtown.

Finance & Listing Info

Status Closed
Listing date December 01, 2021
Closed date January 14, 2022
Days on market 44 days
List price $ 459,999
Close price $ 575,000
Sale-to-list ratio 125%
Tax amount $ 7,561
Tax year july 2021-june 2022
Financing used Cash
MLS ID #170383868

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