20 Merlins Ln, Newtown, CT 06470
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OFF MARKET

$1,143,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,877 sqft (on 49,299.44 acres)

20 Merlins Ln, Newtown, CT 06470

Est. Refi. Payment $7,734/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 1, 2019 for $705,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.14M
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$29K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$436K (+61.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +83% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.14M
August 2026$1.14M
July 2026$1.15M
June 2026$1.17M
May 2026$1.16M
April 2026$1.15M
March 2026$1.14M
February 2026$1.11M
January 2026$1.1M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8 Arthurs Court, Newtown, CT
0.16
Single-Family Home
$900,000
10/27/25
4
3.5
3,692
7 Merlins Lane, Newtown, CT
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/05/26
5
3.5
4,336
66 Merlins Ln, Newtown, CT
0.12
Single-Family Home
$945,000
03/30/26
4
3
2,706
15 Purdy Station Road, Newtown, CT
0.20
Single-Family Home
$730,000
08/31/26
4
2.5
2,160
14 Merlins Lane, Newtown, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,840,000
07/14/26
6
4.5
5,998
3 Saddle Ridge Road, Newtown, CT
0.61
Single-Family Home
$700,000
09/11/26
4
2.5
2,704
35 Poverty Hollow Road, Newtown, CT
0.48
Single-Family Home
$743,000
12/17/25
4
3.5
3,168
143 Hattertown Road, Newtown, CT
0.57
Single-Family Home
$678,601
09/19/25
3
3.5
3,248
17 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown, CT
0.48
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/15/26
3
3
3,357
93 Hattertown Road, Newtown, CT
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
07/15/26
4
3
3,246

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
LOT 26 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.03
$853,200
4
2.5
2,900
Off Market
LOT 28 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.03
$863,000
4
2.5
2,980
Off Market
LOT 30 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.02
$818,800
4
2.5
3,000
Off Market
LOT23 Arthurs Court, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$1,123,600
4
3.5
3,800
Off Market
LOT 32 East Marlin Drive, Newtown, CT 06470
0.02
$909,000
4
2.5
3,400
Off Market
LOT34 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.02
$913,600
4
2.5
3,400
Off Market
18 Merlins Lane, Newtown, CT 06470
0.07
$1,211,700
4
3.5
4,886
Off Market
LOT 25 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$918,800
4
2.5
3,300
Off Market
LOT 29 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$829,200
4
2.5
2,700
Off Market
LOT 31 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$986,500
4
3.5
3,100
Off Market
LOT 33 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$866,400
4
2.5
3,031
Off Market
LOT 35 East Marlin Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.04
$893,300
4
2.5
3,400
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2000
49,299.44 acre lot
3,877 sqft
$295/sqft
Garage

About this House

Custom colonial with many special details! Located in one of Newtown's finest neighborhoods, this quiet community of similar homes is a rare find! Swing into the circular driveway and take in the expansive level lawn. The private setting showcases a beautiful heated, in-ground gunite pool and spa, surrounded by professional landscaping and a park-like setting. This home has it all for today's discriminate buyer. Hardwood floors flow throughout the open floor plan. Cooks take note! Gourmet, commercial grade appliances make everyday living and sophisticated entertaining a breeze. French doors open from the kitchen and family room to a large blue stone patio off the gourmet kitchen for easy entertaining and access to the pool. Walls of windows take in the views from every angle. Formal living and dining rooms flank the two story foyer and open to the dedicated office. There's room for all here! Retreat to the large master bedroom suite with sitting room and grand master bath. Each bedroom has an en-suite bath. More? Walk-up attic and lower level can be easily finished for bonus space! Minutes to shopping, schools, restaurants and more plus an easy commuter location. Click on visual tour for additional photos of this beautiful home! Custom colonial with many special details! Located in one of Newtown's finest neighborhoods, this quiet community of similar homes is a rare find! Swing into the circular driveway and take in the expansive level lawn. The private setting showcases a beautiful heated, in-ground gunite pool and spa, surrounded by professional landscaping and a park-like setting. This home has it all for today's discriminate buyer. Hardwood floors flow throughout the open floor plan. Cooks take note! Gourmet, commercial grade appliances make everyday living and sophisticated entertaining a breeze. French doors open from the kitchen and family room to a large blue stone patio off the gourmet kitchen for easy entertaining and access to the pool. Walls of windows take in the views from every angle. Formal living and dining rooms flank the two story foyer and open to the dedicated office. There's room for all here! Retreat to the large master bedroom suite with sitting room and grand master bath. Each bedroom has an en-suite bath. More? Walk-up attic and lower level can be easily finished for bonus space! Minutes to shopping, schools, restaurants and more plus an easy commuter location.
20 Merlins Ln, Newtown, CT 06470 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,877 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $705,000 on Aug 1, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,143,400, with a rent estimate of $5,732/month.

Home Details for 20 Merlins Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, PantryCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OilAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or SpaJetted Bath Tub
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Composition, Shake ShingleExterior: WoodGardenLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 49299.44 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 1, 2019
Source: Smart MLS #170163580
Sold
$705,000
May 22, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$724,900
Price decreased by 2%
Mar 6, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$739,900
Aug 16, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$667,713
Sep 13, 1997
Source: Smart MLS #97016693
Sold
$148,000

Market trends in Newtown

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$718K
$23.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$288
$2MoM
Available listings
103
5MoM

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What Locals Say about Newtown

At least 120 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say there's wildlife

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 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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  • Jason Aaron
    "Easy 15 minute drive to 95. And 5 mins from 84. No traffic. Great safe town. Wonderful schools……………."
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  • Rajdurno
    "People walk their dogs in this neighborhood all the time. Some dogs are behind an electric fence so not sure how safe that is."
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  • Jim Knipe
    "Perfect place to own a dog Walking the area with a dog you will meet your neighbors. It is a very friendly area "
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  • Colie Mierzejewski
    "Dog owners would have a warm welcome because of the parks and trails that are in Fairfield hills and the various activities there are"
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    "Lots of dogs but not many routs to walk with sidewalks. Local dog parks are wonderful and close by. "
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  • Koellmer7
    "This is a area is a mix of elderly and young and new coming family’s it seems each year the the neighborhoods a are quiet and friendly "
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  • Carolyn C. F.
    "Beautiful houses, friendly people, great schools, well kept lawns, beautiful outdoor recreational spaces."
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  • Frank
    "great neighborhood, safe, good people nice shops great places to eat. nice to walk on sidewalks. beautiful at nice and very nice by the river. it's a great place to raise children "
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  • Sandquistm
    "Very warm and welcoming town, like the lighting of the Christmas trees and lanterns on side of road. "
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  • Jim K.
    "Rural area to walk your dogs people love dogs so you are welcome here. Have a nice walk with your dog "
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  • Sgermain929
    "I have lived in Newtown for almost 3 years now and I love it. People are very friendly and there is a true community feel. I highly recommend Newtown for families. "
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  • Mo V.
    "It takes me 10 minutes to get to the point in the highway that is right below my house - I wish they’d put another exit in. Aside of that, easy access to highway and close to schools. "
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  • Melissa J.
    "schools are excellent. parks are well maintained. public pool is still clorinated, hopefully will switch to salt water"
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  • Nborrello
    "We now have a new community center in town with three pools. We also have a youth academy with a gym for everyone. "
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  • Bill
    "Great community for new parents — the town is very child friendly with many different events talking place throughout the year."
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  • Bill B.
    "Annual sandy hook fire department lobster fest, lighting of the Sandy Hook Christmas Tree, and the Lions Club Duck Race"
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  • BB
    "Family friendly, great schools, excellent activities for kids....safe neighborhood, easy access to NYC and Boston."
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  • M
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 3 years and it's great--very safe and family friendly! Its like going back in time to when people were friends!"
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  • Donna N.
    "Newtown is a wonderful place to live and raise a family. There is plenty of open space and forest walking trails plus the bridle trails. We have very good neighbors and friends!!"
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  • Roger F.
    "Newtown is a very friendly town. Kid friendly. Many activities for our youth!! It’s a very family oriented town!! People are awesome! "
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  • prrican59
    " Safe and quiet neighborhood. No speeding cars to worry about when the children play. Excellent place to live."
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  • prrican59
    "Nice, quiet, beautiful. Love it! Best place to live in Connecticut I wouldn’t live anywhere else. Love this place! "
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  • Joshua D.
    "I do not have a commute. I work from home for the past 5 years. However getting around town is tough. There is a ton of traffic in town over the past 2 years "
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  • John G.
    "Very difficult. There is Traffic on all highways and they need to expand the highway. Local roads are usually ok. "
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  • Tara B.
    "There are many nearby parks and trails where people bring their dogs regularly. Homes tend to have large yards "
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  • Sonodee24
    "The spacious front yards are a plus for dog owners. Cars drive too fast in my neighborhood which is dangerous for people who want to walk their dogs. "
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  • Rob B.
    "Newtown is an all-American neighborhood and a wonderful place to call home. There are many parks and areas for recreation and the schools are great. Lots of mature trees and beauty all around. "
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  • Rob B.
    "Newtown is an all-American town with a small-town feel. Lots of history and character here with a low crime rate and lots of natural beauty all around. A wonderful place to raise your kids and call home. "
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Frequently asked questions about 20 Merlins Ln

  • What is 20 Merlins Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 20 Merlins Ln in Newtown, CT is $1,143,400.
  • What is the price history for 20 Merlins Ln?
    20 Merlins Ln in Newtown, CT last sold for $705,000 in August 2019.
  • Is Newtown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newtown is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newtown?
    The median sale price in Newtown is $718K. That is down $23.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 20 Merlins Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 20 Merlins Ln in Newtown, CT has air conditioning.
  • Does 20 Merlins Ln have a pool?
    Yes, 20 Merlins Ln in Newtown, CT has a pool.

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