Welcome to 55 Walnut Tree Hill Rd! This Colonial Farmhouse, nestled near the heart of Newtown and blends classic Connecticut charm with modern upgrades and conveniences. Though close to everything, the home offers a peaceful retreat, set back from the road on over 3 acres. As you travel the newly paved driveway, you'll pass a two-stall horse barn and paddock while upon approach of the home a dual-stacked front porch immediately draws you in with its welcoming charm. Inside, the updated main level features a chef's kitchen with expansive countertops, an eat-in dining area, and a butler's pantry equipped with a second stove, fridge, sink, and laundry room. The kitchen opens into a spacious living area with a beautiful stone fireplace-perfect for family gatherings or entertaining. Upstairs are four generously sized bedrooms, an office, and an oversized bonus room that runs the length of the garage. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a remodeled bathroom with a luxurious freestanding tub. The full finished walk-up attic space offers a desirable flex space perfect as a play room, office or den. The lower level provides ample space for a home gym, game room, or extra storage. Outside, new front and rear porches are perfect spots for entertaining or relaxing. Other highlights include a pristine two-car garage, hardwood floors and moldings/trim throughout much of the home, and a 3.5-year-old roof. Make 55 Walnut Tree Hill your home today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
3.29 acresLot Size
$243Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andy Sachs• Around Town Real Estate LLC
Bought with Tim Hastings• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #24048096
Redfin Estimate
$873,019
$73K since sold in December 2024$2,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 5.1% higher than the average sale price ($831K) of 6 comparable homes.
You are home! This Colonial farmhouse located near the heart of gorgeous Newtown is close to all the amenities of greater Fairfield County and beyond. The home is also proverbially and literally setback from the busyness of life. As you wind through the serpentine driveway, you pass a small paddock, complete with two horse stalls. The house sits at the top of a gentle slope overlooking the picturesque drive and the large 3 acre property comes with carved out hiking trails in the wooded back area, a children's playscape space, as well as the crown jewel, an expansive deck that runs the length of the home. Moving inside, the updated main-level boasts a spacious chef's kitchen. With miles of countertops, eat-in dining, and butler's pantry (with added stove, fridge, sink, and laundry room just beyond) this home is perfect for entertaining or family living. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a large living area accented by a stacked-stone fireplace. Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms & and office, with one of these being a garage-length space. The master boasts a walk-in closet, and a remodeled bathroom accented by the freestanding tub. The attic has nooks and spaces that lend themselves perfectly for crafting, school, work...etc. The lower level provides space for at-home gym, game room, etc, & ample storage. Other features include new roof, repainted interior and exterior, pristine two-car garage, and endless opportunities. Call 55 Walnut Tree hill home today!
New roof to be installed next week. Central air units in the home are for the second and third floors, but are not operational at the moment (there is an leak in the inside upstairs unit).
Smart MLS #99074934
Jan 23, 2015
Sold
$305,000
$85/sq ft
Jul 29, 2014
Listed
$329,900
$92/sq ft
This Newtown country colonial entrance over a long driveway & babbling brook to a stately setting on a knoll overlooking the small horse barn and pasture. the master bedroom suite has a dressing room or nursery attached, a master bath with both shower & Jacuzzi, 3 more bedrooms, 2 family rooms, office, formal living room and formal dining room. large eat in kitchen, with entrance to the rear deck, Of course we need a mud room for entering the home from the garage or rear door. This home is tired and does need work so be ready to do some fix up to get this great price. Location is just off I-84 exit 10 and close to all shopping in Newtown center.
This Newtown country colonial entrance over a long driveway & babbling brook to a stately setting on a knoll overlooking the small horse barn and pasture. the master bedroom suite has a dressing room or nursery attached, a master bath with both shower & Jacuzzi, 3 more bedrooms, 2 family rooms, office, formal living room and formal dining room. large eat in kitchen, with entrance to the rear deck, Of course we need a mud room for entering the home from the garage or rear door. This home is tired and does need work so be ready to do some fix up to get this great price. Newtown center is just a couple miles for shopping, I-84 is about a mile away for easy driving to most employment centers & we must not miss the very large Danbury Mall just off exit 3 of I84. It is time to take a ride and view this great well priced home.
Public Records
Jun 29, 2001
Sold
$475,000
$132/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,535 (+6.0%)
$119,590 + $319,990
$439,580
2022
$10,885
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2021
$10,878 (−0.3%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2020
$10,913
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2019
$10,916 (+1.5%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2018
$10,750 (−12.3%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2017
$12,258 (+0.8%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2016
$12,160 (+1.6%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2015
$11,968 (−0.7%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2014
$12,055
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
Tax history for 55 Walnut Tree Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,535 (+6.0%)
$119,590 + $319,990
$439,580
2022
$10,885
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2021
$10,878 (−0.3%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2020
$10,913
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2019
$10,916 (+1.5%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2018
$10,750 (−12.3%)
$88,840 + $225,110
$313,950
2017
$12,258 (+0.8%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2016
$12,160 (+1.6%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2015
$11,968 (−0.7%)
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
2014
$12,055
$96,530 + $265,380
$361,910
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,088
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
208339
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 5
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer