NOT LISTED FOR SALE

28 Lake Dr S New Fairfield, CT 06812

Estimated Value: $1,765,000 - $2,381,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,446 Sq Ft
$804/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 08, 2021

Last sale price $1,525,000 $623 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,176/month

118 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Clubhouse
  • New Fairfield Middle School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2021

Beautiful Western Exposure one of a kind waterfront in sought after Candlewood Isle! The house sits up high on the property providing lake views from almost every window! Just one easy step from the 2-car garage into the sun-filled foyer welcomes you into the home and the well equipped Kitchen. The main level Living Room/Dining Room has a cozy gas fireplace with an adjacent study/office with pocket doors for privacy. The house sports 4 bedrooms and 4 baths with a secluded Master Suite with gas fireplace and private balcony. The additional 3 bedrooms each have a full wall of windows facing the water that accommodate a comfortable sleeping space (one with its own private bath). Anderson Thermopane windows throughout including the 7 sliders on the enclosed porch which opened provide for the summer breeze as well as a passive solar feel when closed for extended 4 seasons use. A black topped driveway takes you down to a level grassy oversized yard that extends out to your own private point with 140 ft of shoreline providing 180-degree water views! The waterfront provides a floating dock, a stationary dock with boat lift, a dual floating jet ski dock, a waterside deck, sand beach patio, and an elevated patio with a shed that has electricity for refrigeration plus storage. Isle amenities: Clubhouse, protected swim & beach area, marina(slips available), lighted tennis & bocci courts, basketball court and summer kid’s camp! Simply, the perfect year-round home or second home for all!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Brand

Keller Williams Realty License #RES.0762412 Listed on: 06/10/2021

Keller Williams Realty

Co-Listed By

Kim Kendall

Keller Williams Realty License #REB.0791664

Last Buyer's Agent

David Brand

Keller Williams Realty License #RES.0762412 Listed on: 06/10/2021

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,086

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Stone Wall

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Storage In Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, tennis, lake/beach access, security service, grounds maintenance, snow removal, road maintenance, insurance

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,086

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Candlewood Isle
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1646
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1646
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 2446
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Club House, Guest Parking, Playground/Tot Lot, Security Services, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4758
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/19/2021
  • Directions: Rt #9N to Candlewood Causeway right at Guardhouse to #28 on right
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Heated, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Humidifier, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 28

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch-Enclosed, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Lake, Dock or Mooring, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Tennis, Lake/Beach Access, Security Service, Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fees: 1800
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4400
  • Lot Description: Additional Land Avail., Water View
  • Zoning: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 19086
  • Total Assessed Value: 606100
  • Mil Rate Base: 31.490
  • Mil Rate Total: 31.490
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 222934

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

Closed on
Aug 25, 2008
Sold by
Kels Barry D and Grant-Kels Jane M
Bought by
Betley John R and Betley Elke E
Total Days on Market
118
Current Estimated Value
$1,967,424

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
6.4%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1994
Sold by
Distr Proctor and Distr Gamble
Bought by
Kels Barry and Grant-Kels Jane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,500
Interest Rate
7.6%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Betley John R $1,400,000 --
Kels Barry $399,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bonito Ralph $945,000
Closed Bonito Ralph $1,100,000
Previous Owner Bonito Ralph $299,500
Previous Owner Bonito Ralph $67,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/08/2021 12/08/21 Sold $1,525,000 -7.5% $623 / Sq Ft
10/27/2021 10/27/21 For Sale $1,649,000 0.0% $674 / Sq Ft
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Price Changed $1,649,000 -7.1% $674 / Sq Ft
06/10/2021 06/10/21 For Sale $1,775,000 -- $726 / Sq Ft
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
2024 $31,013 $849,200 $457,400 $391,800
2023 $19,474 $558,000 $457,400 $100,600
2022 $21,070 $648,900 $457,400 $191,500
2021 $19,086 $606,100 $457,400 $148,700
2020 $18,535 $606,100 $457,400 $148,700
2019 $18,379 $594,800 $435,900 $158,900
2018 $18,189 $594,800 $435,900 $158,900
2017 $17,737 $594,800 $435,900 $158,900
2016 $16,970 $594,800 $435,900 $158,900
2015 $16,970 $594,800 $435,900 $158,900
2014 $17,630 $676,000 $481,500 $194,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170408824

SmartMLS

APN: NFAI-000020-000001-000060-000061