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Property Description
Discover the charm of this exquisite 1780 Center Chimney Colonial, nestled on a serene country road in picturesque Newtown. Set on 1.39 acres, this beautifully renovated home boasts 4,300 square feet of meticulously maintained living space, featuring three/four spacious bedrooms and three full baths. Step inside to find stunning wide plank flooring throughout, offering a warm and inviting ambiance. The home's layout is designed for both comfort and entertaining. The main level features a gorgeous living room, formal dining room, and a family room with a wood-burning fireplace and beehive oven. The heart of the home is the kitchen boasting a cooking hearth with two beehive ovens (Used during the Revolutionary War to make bread for the troops!), seamlessly connecting to a covered patio, perfect for alfresco dining and gatherings. Outside, enjoy a recently remodeled barn transformed into a versatile gym space with sheetrock, insulation, and new windows. The magnificent grounds are professionally landscaped, featuring a fire pit, raised garden beds, and a spectacular 48x36 saltwater pool with a hot tub ideal for summer relaxation and entertaining. This remarkable property combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering a tranquil retreat.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 40 Flat Swamp Rd
General
- Sold For: $865,000
- Taxes: (July 2024-June 2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24084945
- Added to Site: 331 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Dressing Room, Wide Board Floor, 30 x 13, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 16 x 14, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 24 x 9, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Beams, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, 14.5 x 17.5, Main
- Great Room: Great Room - Wall/Wall Carpet, 31 x 22, Upper
- Family Room: Family Room - Beams, Built-Ins, Wood Stove, Wide Board Floor, 14 x 13, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Beams, Granite Counters, Dining Area, Fireplace, Pellet Stove, Wide Board Floor, 41.5 x 12, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, 13 x 17.5, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Salt Water, In Ground Pool
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Shed, Barn, Gutters, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
- Color: Blue
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Subdivision: no
- Neighborhood: Dodgingtown
- Driving Directions: Corner of Flat Swamp and Poorhouse Rd
School Information
- Elementary School: Head O'Meadow
- Middle School: Newtown
- High School: Newtown
Community
- Community Name: Dodgingtown
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Full
- Roof: Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 4,149
- Above Ground: 4,149 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1780
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.39
- Zoning: R-1
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Treed, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $514,740
- Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 213620
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Schools
Schools serving 40 Flat Swamp Rd
School District:Newtown School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Head O'Meadow Elementary School 94 Boggs Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470 | K-4 | 1.9 mi |
Reed Intermediate School 3 Trades Lane, Newtown, CT 06470 | 5-6 | 3.9 mi |
Newtown Middle School 11 Queen Street, Newtown, CT 06470 | 7-8 | 3.8 mi |
Newtown High School, Newtown, CT 12 Berkshire Rd., Newtown, CT 06482 | 9-12 | 4.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 40 Flat Swamp Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2025
Sold
$865,000
-3.35%
MLS
4/01/2025
Listed
$895,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Home Warranty : Included
40 Flat Swamp Road, Newtown, CT 06470 (MLS# 24084945) is a Single Family property that was sold at $865,000 on May 21, 2025. This property was sold by Lori Popkin from our Westport Office.Want to learn more about 40 Flat Swamp Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newtown? You can browse all Newtown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


