$340,000
SOLD OCT 2, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,046 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$325 Per Sq Ft

14% Above List Price

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Attic
  • New Fairfield Middle School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Shed

About This Home

As of October 2025

Charming Cottage with 1BR + +Bonus Space | 1,046 Sq Ft - HOT ON THE MARKET! This is truly one-of-a-kind 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage perfectly blends vintage charm with modern updates, offering 1,046 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Expanded in 2012 and 2016, the home includes flexible bonus space-ideal for a second bedroom, home office, or creative studio. Inside, you'll find exposed beams, high ceilings, and a mix of hardwood and laminate flooring throughout. High-end Andersen windows flood the interior with natural light, highlighting the home's warmth and timeless character. The full bathroom is a standout, featuring a classic clawfoot tub and a separate stand-up shower. Additional highlights include a cozy wood-burning stove with stone surround, ample attic storage with dormer potential, an insulated crawl space, and an attached garage with a workbench. Huge, outdoor living is just as appealing with 2 nature lovers decks and a backyard patio and fire pit, plus a gravel side yard with a plug-in for your boat, RV, or electric car. Whether you're seeking a secret weekend getaway, condo alternative, or full-time residence, this home offers it all-comfort, character, and room to grow! Located in the Candlewood Hills Tax District, with a semi-annual charge of $285 covering road maintenance and plowing. Schedule your showing of this sanctuary today-this gem will-not-last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Weisenberger

Luks Realty License #RES.0810699 Listed on: 08/06/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Marc Krawiec

The Bridge Realty Inc. License #RES.0828717

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,510

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot

Parking

  • Parking Deck

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,046 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Freestanding Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Fan
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Consolidated Elementary School
  • New Fairfield Middle School
  • Meeting House Middle School
  • New Fairfield High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 221694

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,510

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Candlewood Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1046
  • Total Sq Ft: 1046
  • Year Built: 1940
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Lake, Park
  • Remarks Public Addendum: We do appreciate you spending the time to show 16 Flak Lane. We have received multiple offers. If your client is interested, please submit your best offer by Tuesday 8/12/25 at 5:00. Thank you.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Street Type: Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: off living room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage And Parking: None

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Attic Fan, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Meeting House

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot Lightly Wooded
  • Zoning: 1
  • Parcel #: 221694

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 4510

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Consolidated
  • Middle Jr High School: New Fairfield
  • High School: New Fairfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2025
Closed on
Oct 2, 2025
Sold by
Mcguire Christianne
Bought by
Torralba Michelle
Seller's Agent
Lisa Weisenberger
Luks Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marc Krawiec
The Bridge Realty Inc.
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
13.71%
Views
132
Current Estimated Value
$334,088

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,912
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.87%
Original Mortgage
$306,000
Outstanding Balance
$305,727
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$28,361

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2006
Sold by
Vanderwoude Laurie
Bought by
Mcguire Christianne

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2001
Sold by
Swan Christopher L
Bought by
Vanderwoude Laurie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 1994
Sold by
Schmid Norman and Schmid Regina
Bought by
Swan Christopher
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $340,000 --
Warranty Deed $183,000 --
Warranty Deed $122,000 --
Warranty Deed $82,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $306,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $147,200 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $155,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $144,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/02/2025 10/02/25 Sold $340,000 +13.7% $325 / Sq Ft
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $299,000 0.0% $286 / Sq Ft
12/15/2023 12/15/23 Rented $1,995 0.0% --
11/29/2023 11/29/23 Under Contract -- -- --
11/22/2023 11/22/23 For Rent $1,995 -- --
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,510 $171,300 $74,300 $97,000
2024 $3,765 $103,100 $63,300 $39,800
2023 $3,598 $103,100 $63,300 $39,800
2022 $3,348 $103,100 $63,300 $39,800
2021 $3,247 $103,100 $63,300 $39,800
2020 $3,153 $103,100 $63,300 $39,800
2019 $3,109 $100,600 $58,500 $42,100
2018 $2,933 $95,900 $58,500 $37,400
2017 $2,860 $95,900 $58,500 $37,400
2016 $2,750 $95,900 $58,500 $37,400
2015 $2,750 $95,900 $58,500 $37,400
2014 $2,997 $114,900 $70,000 $44,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24116269

SmartMLS

APN: NFAI-000002-000002-000005