281 Newtown Turnpike
Redding, Connecticut 06896
Reduced from $1,485,000
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3 | 2
- SqFt
- 6,170
- Acres
- 2.88
- Year Built
- 1999
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Exceptional opportunity for today's buyer! Tucked away in a private, yet neighborhood-like setting, the craftsmanship and beauty of this custom colonial reveals itself the moment you walk through the door. Seamless flow, a sprawling primary suite with fireplace, private office with built-ins and French doors that lead to a porch, as well as a finished basement are just a few of the features that make this home so special. The open-concept kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the home, connecting to the main living areas, including a sun-filled breakfast room, formal dining room, spacious family room, living room, private office, and two powder rooms-perfectly suited for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The upper level features an expansive primary suite with private sitting room, walk-in closet and a bright, en-suite bath. The additional bedrooms are generously sized and share Jack-and-Jill or en-suite bath configurations. The beautifully designed stone patio and outdoor living area create an inviting space for entertaining and the walk-up attic presents additional storage and opportunity for future customization. With its expansive layout showcasing generously proportioned rooms, custom craftsmanship, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living, this home has so much to offer.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Redding
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1999
- Days on Market
- 102 days
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3 full · 2 half
- Living Area
- 6,170 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 2.88 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 3 garage
- Property Taxes
- $25,526 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Redding Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
24
24 under contract
Median List Price
$1.26M
24 active listings
Median Closed Price
$947,500
96 sales
Median Days on Market
54
24 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$296
24 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
96 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$1.29M
vs $1.26M median
In line with median
Price / Sq Ft
$210
vs $296 median
29.1% below median
Days on Market
102 days
vs 54 days median
48 days longer than median
Based on 24 active and 96 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Redding. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
281 Newtown Turnpike, Redding, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$6,603
- Property Taxes$2,127
- Insurance$432
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Redding
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1999
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 6,170 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 1,100 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Redding
- High
- Joel Barlow
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 3
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Laundry Location
- Second Floor
- Appliances
- Gas CooktopWall OvenMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorFreezerDishwasherDisposalWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullPartially Finished
- Interior Features
- Auto Garage Door OpenerOpen Floor Plan
- Additional Rooms
- FoyerLaundry RoomSitting Room
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 2.88 acres
- Zoning
- R-2
- Garage / Parking
- 3 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- PorchGarden AreaStone WallPatio
- Lot Description
- Lightly WoodedSloping LotProfessionally Landscaped
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $25,526 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 102
- MLS #
- 24167807
- MLS Status
- Active
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