53 Echo Valley Rd, Newtown, CT 06470
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OFF MARKET

$727,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,134 sqft (on 4.38 acres)

53 Echo Valley Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

Est. Refi. Payment $4,814/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 22, 2021 for $420,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$727K
Since last month
Decreased$13K (-1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+2.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$312K (+74.3%)
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 +66% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$732K
July 2026$745K
June 2026$752K
May 2026$751K
April 2026$745K
March 2026$749K
February 2026$727K
January 2026$702K
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
40 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT
0.06
Single-Family Home
$825,000
07/31/26
4
2.5
3,291
34 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT
0.19
Single-Family Home
$900,000
02/24/26
4
3.5
2,408
14 Concord Ridge Road, Newtown, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$865,000
02/05/26
5
3.5
4,175
32 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$870,000
12/18/25
6
5
5,192
131 Hanover Road, Newtown, CT
0.82
Single-Family Home
$680,000
08/24/26
4
2.5
3,059
58 Alberts Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.80
Single-Family Home
$505,000
09/22/25
3
2.5
2,224
10 Valley Field Road North, Sandy Hook, CT
0.62
Single-Family Home
$870,000
10/31/25
4
3.5
3,020
22 Sanford Rd, Newtown, CT
0.38
Single-Family Home
$265,000
12/09/25
1
1
908
4 Windy Woods Circle, Newtown, CT
0.98
Single-Family Home
$875,000
02/27/26
4
3
3,273
55A Butterfield Road, Newtown, CT
1.06
Single-Family Home
$735,000
05/11/26
3
2.5
2,638

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
Echo Valley, Tamarack, Newtown, CT 06470
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
40 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.06
$825,000
4
2.5
3,291
Recently Sold
LOT 6 Lafayette Lane, Newtown, CT 06472
0.11
$835,400
4
2.5
2,852
Off Market
LOT 8 Lafayette Lane, Newtown, CT 06470
0.16
$868,100
4
2.5
3,026
Off Market
LOT 4 Lafayette Lane, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.18
$839,800
4
2.5
2,795
Off Market
44 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.15
$1,080,000
4
3.5
3,810
Off Market
LOT 2 Lafayette Lane, Newtown, CT 06470
0.18
$890,200
4
2.5
3,078
Off Market
6 Tamarack Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.21
$796,200
4
2.5
2,800
Off Market
34 Echo Valley Road, Newtown, CT 06470
0.19
$900,000
4
3.5
2,408
Recently Sold
LOT 9 Lafayette Lane, Newtown, CT 06472
0.24
$835,400
4
2.5
2,852
Off Market
7 Lafayette Lane, Newtown, CT 06470
0.24
$876,900
4
2.5
3,000
Off Market
119 Alberts Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.21
$842,500
4
2.5
3,182
Off Market

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
1710
Lot Size
4.38 acres
Living Area
3,134 sqft
Price/Sqft
$232

About this House

Own a piece of history! The John Glover-Schmidle House, originally built in 1710, was home to one of Newtowns first settlers and first official town clerk. Set on 4+ bucolic acres and thoughtfully expanded over the years, this antique colonial is one of a kind! Stunning wide plank floors weave their way through lovely living spaces. The elegant dining room with brick fireplace, wood beams, and handcrafted wainscoting is sure to impress. Unwind after a long day in any one of three spectacular living spaces all featuring beautiful fireplaces. Still working from home? The fantastic office with custom built-ins has you covered. The kitchen features ample counter space, solid wood cabinets, and a cozy window seat. There is a great space off the kitchen, ready to be re-imagined, that once served as a bakery. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature from the comfort of the wonderful enclosed porch. A full bath, laundry room and wash room round out the first floor. Take your pick of staircases and head up to the second floor. This level features four generously sized bedrooms with tons of great closet space and an updated full bath. All your storage needs are covered in the original walk up attic and second attic area connecting an older and newer section of the house. There is a great, unfinished bonus space over the enclosed porch that awaits your finishing touches! New furnace, whole house generator, and new wood roof. Original outhouse and corn crib! Dont miss this special home!
53 Echo Valley Rd, Newtown, CT 06470 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,134 sqft single-family home built in 1710. It last sold for $420,000 on Oct 22, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $727,100, with a rent estimate of $4,505/month.

Home Details for 53 Echo Valley Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 11
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, OilHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: Carport

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1710
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4.38 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 22, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170406411
Sold
$420,000
Sep 11, 2021
Source: RE/MAX International #170406411
Pending
$449,000
Sep 11, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170406411
Contingent
$449,000
Sep 2, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170406411
PriceChange
$449,000
Price decreased by 8%
Aug 31, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170406411
PendingToActive
$489,000

Market trends in Newtown

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$742K
$79KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$290
$7MoM
Available listings
98
9MoM

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    " Safe and quiet neighborhood. No speeding cars to worry about when the children play. Excellent place to live."
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    "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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    "There are many nearby parks and trails where people bring their dogs regularly. Homes tend to have large yards "
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    "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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    "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 53 Echo Valley Rd

  • What is 53 Echo Valley Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 53 Echo Valley Rd in Newtown, CT is $727,100.
  • What is the price history for 53 Echo Valley Rd?
    53 Echo Valley Rd in Newtown, CT last sold for $420,000 in October 2021.
  • Is Newtown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newtown is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newtown?
    The median sale price in Newtown is $742K. That is up $79K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 53 Echo Valley Rd?
    The lot at 53 Echo Valley Rd in Newtown, CT is about 4.4 acres.
  • Does 53 Echo Valley Rd have parking?
    Yes, 53 Echo Valley Rd in Newtown, CT has on-site parking.

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