17 Morris Rd, Newtown, CT 06470
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OFF MARKET

17 Morris Rd
Newtown, CT 06470

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,185 sqft (on 13 acres)

$773,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,140/mo*
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$773,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,140/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,185 sqft
(on 13 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1894
Lot Size
13 acres
Living Area
1,185 sqft
Price/Sqft
$653
Parking
Garage

About this House

If you want peace and tranquility, this property is for you! Thirteen beautiful and private residential acres surrounded by open space. The lot is located at the end of Morris road, in the Hattertown district, off of Poverty Hollow, close to the Redding line, perfect for a down county commute. Property has potential to be 2 building lots. Buyer would need to do diligence with town. There is an existing 1894 antique cape house, barn and shed in need to be taken down to foundation or completely repaired. Property to be sold "AS IS". Buyer assumes responsibility of the home, barn, shed and the contents. Property may contain unsafe conditions. Anyone viewing the property must first make an appointment. Anyone who trespasses on the property without making an appointment, assumes all risk of loss, damage or harm. No Disclosures. Property also listed as land. If you want peace and tranquility, this property is for you! Thirteen beautiful and private residential acres surrounded by open space. The lot is located at the end of Morris road, in the Hattertown district, off of Poverty Hollow, close to the Redding line, perfect for a down county commute. Property has potential to be 2 building lots. Buyer would need to do diligence with town. There is an existing 1894 antique cape house, barn and shed in need to be taken down to foundation or completely repaired. Property to be sold "AS IS". Buyer assumes responsibility of the home, barn, shed and the contents. Property may contain unsafe conditions. Anyone viewing the property must make an appointment. Anyone who trespasses on the property assumes all risk of loss, damage or harm. No Disclosures. Property also listed as land.
17 Morris Rd, Newtown, CT 06470 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,185 sqft single-family home built in 1894. It last sold for $600,000 on Dec 5, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $773,400, with a rent estimate of $2,620/month.

Home Details for 17 Morris Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, ElectricAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1894
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 13.00 acres

Price History for 17 Morris Rd

DatePriceEventSource
12/05/2022$600,000Sold
Smart MLS #170527115
11/30/2022$575,000ContingentSmart MLS #170527115
10/08/2022$575,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170527115
03/19/2018$215,000Sold
N/A
01/24/2018$225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Newtown

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$663K
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
Price per sq ft
$286
Available listings
89
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$11,355
Assessment$395,080
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 17 Morris Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
40 Towns End Road, Newtown, CT
0.39
Single-Family Home
$417,000
02/25/26
3
1
1,200
21 Split Rock Road, Newtown, CT
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
06/24/26
4
4
3,180
4 Nicolina Way, Newtown, CT
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,452,602
03/12/26
4
2.5
4,085
18 Great Meadow Road, Redding, CT
1.11
Single-Family Home
$650,000
11/20/25
3
2
2,009
1 Hi Barlow Road, Newtown, CT
1.30
Single-Family Home
$500,000
12/17/25
2
1.5
1,294
98 Hopewell Woods Road, Redding, CT
0.73
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
07/10/26
4
2.5
3,713
477 Newtown Turnpike, Redding, CT
1.53
Single-Family Home
$650,000
01/05/26
2
2
1,618
15 Farm Meadow Road, Newtown, CT
0.79
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
09/29/25
5
4.5
5,943
26 Oak Ridge Drive, Newtown, CT
0.80
Single-Family Home
$1,140,000
09/23/25
4
4.5
4,914
233 Hattertown Road, Newtown, CT
1.41
Single-Family Home
$515,000
07/29/25
3
2
2,380

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  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

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  • 79 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 14 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 12 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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