$1,280,000
PENDING $370K PRICE DROP

279 Candlewood Lake Rd Brookfield, CT 06804

Estimated payment $8,183/month

Total Views 28,241
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,769 Sq Ft
$462 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brookfield High School Rated A-
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Property is near a golf course

About This Home

Set on the serene shores of Candlewood Lake, this exceptional waterfront property offers a rare opportunity for lake lovers to experience the ultimate retreat. The custom-built main home features 3 bedrooms/office and nearly 2,800 square feet of sophisticated living space, highlighting exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. Enjoy breathtaking western-facing lake views from the expansive cathedral-ceiling living room, enhanced by a stone fireplace. The spacious great room, also featuring another stone fireplace, along with the peaceful three-season conservatory, provide the perfect setting to relax and soak in the surrounding beauty. A spacious flagstone patio outside also provides ample room to relax. With over 200 feet of coveted direct waterfront, a private dock, and a cantilever, this property offers unrivaled access to the water. A true value add is the 858-square-foot lakefront cottage, complete with a three-car garage, panoramic water views, a full bath, kitchen, and a large wood deck-an ideal space to gaze out on stunning lake views. This is an amazing opportunity to own a truly remarkable waterfront sanctuary!

Listing Agent

Michiko Fahsbender

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0791125 Listed on: 02/26/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,366

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property is zoned R-15

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,769 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Candlewood Lake Elementary School
  • Brookfield High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 56920

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,366

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Candlewood Lake
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2769
  • Total Sq Ft: 2769
  • Year Built: 1947
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Look for red buildings on both sides of the street on Candlewood Lake Rd.
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Garage Access, Walk-out, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Compactor, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 279
  • Other SqFt Description: Main house only.

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake Beach Dock or Mooring View Access
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Candlewood Lake Elementary
  • High School: Brookfield

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Description: Additional Land Avail. Lightly Wooded Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Water View
  • Zoning: R-15
  • Parcel #: 56920

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 13366
  • Total Assessed Value: 462010
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.93

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Candlewood Lake Elementary
  • High School: Brookfield

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $13,366 $462,010 $151,800 $310,210
2024 $12,850 $460,580 $151,800 $308,780
2023 $12,371 $460,580 $151,800 $308,780
2022 $11,920 $460,580 $151,800 $308,780
2021 $9,121 $303,010 $150,600 $152,410
2020 $42,320 $303,010 $150,600 $152,410
2019 $8,830 $303,010 $150,600 $152,410
2018 $8,587 $303,010 $150,600 $152,410
2017 $8,269 $303,010 $150,600 $152,410
2016 $8,123 $307,680 $165,510 $142,170
2015 $7,907 $307,680 $165,510 $142,170
2014 $7,907 $307,680 $165,510 $142,170
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Price Changed $1,280,000 -13.8% $462 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Price Changed $1,485,000 -6.0% $536 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Price Changed $1,580,000 -4.2% $571 / Sq Ft
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $596 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Open $938,250 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $466,991 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24074943

SmartMLS

APN: BROO-000009B-000000-000066