Direct Waterfront at Driftwood Point on Candlewood Lake! Ideally located on a quiet private road just three homes from the tip of the point, this beautifully updated home offers spectacular 180-degree lake views and one of the most level waterfronts you'll find. Enjoy a new dock system with paddleboard racks, fishing chairs, steps into the lake, boat lift, and a waterfront shed for all your lake gear. A newer sea wall, lush gardens, sprinkler system, and backyard terraces built into the hillside complete the stunning outdoor setting. Inside, the open floor plan is flooded with natural light, with vaulted beamed ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling 2-sided stone fireplace, and a showstopping sunporch with 8 new sliders leading to a new deck with hurricane glass railings. Recent upgrades include: new A/C, hot tub, hot water heater, above-ground oil tank, battery backup sump pump, metal and architectural roofs, refinished hardwood floors, and more. The bedroom wing is tucked behind a sliding barn door, offering two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The lower-level walkout family room with full bath provides a flexible guest suite or bonus space - all with lake views.A truly special lakefront retreat - turnkey and ready for all seasons of enjoyment!
Please Note: on GPS use Old Neversink Rd Danbury. Keep Bearing Right to Lake Rd continue straight there is a sign that states STOP private Rd, keep going and its the brown contemporary #18
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$646Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sandy Anderson• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
STUNNING WATERFRONT Ranch located on the point of Driftwood lake community with wide expansive panoramic lakeviews and level water frontage, with dock, lakeside patio, shed and mooring. The home has been lovingly maintained. It offers of an open floor plan, dramatic cathedral ceilings, massive two sided fieldstone fireplace which opens to the eat-in kitchen and living room. The large sunroom flows into the kitchen and living room with a wall of sliding glass doors offering expansive lake views. The 2 spacious bedrooms have large windows that bring nature in, the bedrooms share a full remodeled bath with heated floor, towel heater & Bain ultra jetted tub. The lower level has a large guest room/family room with a full bath, laundry room and one car garage. Located close to all conveniences of shopping and commuter routes. Maintenance: furnace and a/c on annual service plan, septic pumped every other year, annual oil costs - budget 500 gallons/yr - cost $1239+- annually, summer electric bill June through September - $800+-, front roof in 2012, back roof 2015, new well pump 2015, new sea wall 2016 ($15k), floor-to-ceiling custom built shelving in living room, AC replaced in 2012, irrigation system, excavated and paved driveway on side of house - room to store a boat and still park 3 cars, paver sidewalk from drive to front door and back porch, stone retaining wall and back patio.
Smart MLS #170257868
Mar 3, 2020
Sold
$580,000
$308/sq ft
Jan 26, 2020
Pending
—
Dec 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Dec 19, 2019
Listed
$579,900
$308/sq ft
Newly Constructed 3 Bedroom Townhouse W/ 2 Newly Renovated Rental Apartments. Nice For Owner Occupied, Dining Room, Large Family Room, Central Air. 2 Car Garage And Extra Room Maybe Office Or Playroom. All 3 units have gas heat and hot water
Smart MLS #170038295
May 11, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Dec 27, 2017
Listed
$699,000
$371/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 19, 2007
Sold
$335,000
$178/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 17, 2005
Sold
$675,000
$358/sq ft
Smart MLS #98239180
May 31, 2005
Listed
$724,900
$385/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 2, 1997
Sold
$290,000
$154/sq ft
Smart MLS #97001737
Jun 12, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 1997
Listed
$298,000
$158/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,378 (+26.5%)
$345,170 + $142,520
$487,690
2022
$8,991 (+2.3%)
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2021
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2020
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2019
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2018
$8,793 (−10.3%)
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2017
$9,808 (+0.9%)
$246,100 + $92,700
$338,800
2016
$9,717 (−18.8%)
$246,100 + $92,700
$338,800
2014
$11,970
$352,500 + $81,200
$433,700
Tax history for 18 Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,378 (+26.5%)
$345,170 + $142,520
$487,690
2022
$8,991 (+2.3%)
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2021
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2020
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2019
$8,793
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2018
$8,793 (−10.3%)
$213,900 + $104,700
$318,600
2017
$9,808 (+0.9%)
$246,100 + $92,700
$338,800
2016
$9,717 (−18.8%)
$246,100 + $92,700
$338,800
2014
$11,970
$352,500 + $81,200
$433,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,163
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
81634
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 1, 2024.
RA-20
Single Family Residential District
It is the purpose and intent of these districts to promote the following: to provide for low density housing in appropriate locations, and to permit limited public and quasi-public uses appropriate for residential neighborhoods.; to protect residential areas from changes and intrusions, which may cause deterioration.; to promote environmental protection and to meet minimum standards of health and safety by protecting against hazards and nuisances.; to provide for adequate daylight, ventilation, quiet, privacy, and recreational opportunity and to prevent congestion and the overcrowding of land caused by excessive densities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Under House Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Garages Number: 1
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 4
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 5
Laundry Room Location: lower level
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 2
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
Basement Description: Full, Heated, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Metal
Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony, Terrace, Deck, Garden Area, Hot Tub, Patio
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Water View
Land Information
Encumbrances Restrictions: Right of Way
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: brown
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Lake, Beach, Dock or Mooring, Association Required, View
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1163
Driveway Type: Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $487,690
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Water System, Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Electric
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Location
HOA Information
Has Home Owner's Assocation
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
HOA Fee Amount: $1,000
Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Snow Removal, Water, Road Maintenance
Association Amenities: Park
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Danbury
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
Subdivision: Driftwood Point
State: Connecticut
Directions: (Driftwood point) Please Note: on GPS use Old Neversink Rd Danbury. Keep Bearing Right to Lake Rd continue straight there is a sign that states STOP private Rd, keep going and its the brown contemporary #18
Direct Waterfront
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,163
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 81634
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 1, 2024
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 6
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Stadley Rough School
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Broadview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
2/10
Danbury High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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$1.16M – $1.40M
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