$775,000

25 Poor House Rd Newtown, CT 06470

$9,203
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
4,060 sqft
6.3 acres
$191 / sqft
House

Property details

About 25 Poor House Rd

Experience peace, privacy, and natural beauty at this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath colonial nestled on 6.31 serene acres in one of Newtown's most sought-after neighborhoods. Backing up to hundreds of acres of town forest and offering direct access to Collis P. Huntington State Park, this property is a true retreat for nature lovers. The sun-filled home features a dramatic living room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a gas fireplace, flowing seamlessly into a bright dining area with sliders that open to an expansive deck overlooking a large, scenic pond. The updated kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and double wall ovens, and connects to a breathtaking sunroom with vaulted ceilings and panoramic pond views. Just steps away, a spacious family room with walls of windows invites the outdoors in, creating a calm and inviting retreat. The main level includes two bedrooms and a full bath, while the upper level features a large, luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, dressing area, and spa-like bath with a soaking tub framed by a picture window. A second upper-level bedroom includes its own full en suite bath.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingAttic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Size4,060 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size6.31 Acres
Year built1993
ParkingAttached Garage, Driveway
MLS #24092560
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontPond
ViewTrees/Woods, Water

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Waterfront: Pond
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Exterior: Grill, Underground Utilities, Shed, Porch, Deck, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • List Price: $775,000
  • Price/SqFt: $190
  • Annual Tax Amount: $12,907
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Wetlands, Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Views
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Living Area: 4,060 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 6.31 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24092560
  • Office Name: William Raveis Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (203) 255-6841
  • Office Email: john.shea@raveis.com
  • Listing Agent: John Shea

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 03, 2024
Home Sold
$770,000
Aug 27, 2003
Home Sold
$625,000
Mar 31, 1993
Home Sold
$102,450
Jun 02, 1989
Home Sold
$600,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$478,580$12,907
2023$482,310$12,656
2022$323,350$11,211
2021$323,350$11,204
2020$323,350$11,240
2019$323,350$11,243

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Head O'Meadow Elementary School

Public District KG-4

2.3 mi

94 Boggs Hill Rd

6

Ralph M. T. Johnson School

Public District 3-5

2.4 mi

500 Whittlesey Dr

4

Shelter Rock Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.9 mi

2 Crows Nest Ln

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $118,981. Residents of Newtown, CT typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

4%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
42%
100k-200k
16%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

18%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
13%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
54%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 25 Poor House Rd

The listing price of 25 Poor House Rd property is $775,000.

The property 25 Poor House Rd is a house located in Newtown, Connecticut, 06470.

Active Listing: 25 Poor House Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 25 Poor House Rd are: Head O'Meadow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ralph M. T. Johnson School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Shelter Rock Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bethel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newtown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Reed Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bethel High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Joel Barlow High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newtown High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $12,907 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 3, 2024 for $770,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 25 Poor House Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 25 Poor House Rd is 4,060 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 25 Poor House Rd is 1993.

This home is located at 25 Poor House Rd in Newtown, CT and zip code 06470. This 4,060 square foot home, which was built in 1993, sits on a 6.31 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $775,000.

Newtown, CT housing market in April 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The number of listings in Newtown, CT increased by 63.4% between March and April 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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