$285,000
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35 Candle Hill Rd New Fairfield, CT 06812

Estimated payment $1,817/month

Total Views 3,902
1 Bed
1 Bath
528 Sq Ft
$540 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • New Fairfield Middle School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Attic

About This Home

Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Candlewood Hill community, this enchanting 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect combination of rustic charm and peaceful seclusion. Whether you're seeking a quiet weekend escape or a cozy full-time residence, this home provides immediate comfort with the added bonus of expansion potential. Set on a generous, private lot, the home welcomes you into a warm and inviting Great Room, the true centerpiece of the home. A classic wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy focal point, while surrounding windows flood the space with natural light and views of the surrounding landscape. Cathedral ceilings with exposed rustic beams add height and character, while hardwood flooring runs throughout the main living areas, enhancing the home's timeless appeal. Step out from the Great Room onto a spacious deck a perfect retreat for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or hosting friends under the canopy of trees. The expansive yard offers plenty of space for future additions, whether it's a garden, fire pit, or potential home expansion. Located within the Candlewood Hill special tax district, residents benefit from well-maintained roads and community areas, contributing to a beautifully kept and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the close proximity to Squantz Pond, Pootatuck State Park, and Candlewood Lake's town park and public boat launch, all just minutes away.

Listing Agent

Shaylene Neumann

Houlihan Lawrence Brokerage Phone: (203) 948-4655 License #RES.0774531 Listed on: 10/08/2025

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listing Agent

Courtney Smith

Houlihan Lawrence Brokerage Phone: (203) 948-4655 License #RES.0831178

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,649

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 0.77 Acre Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 528 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 220686

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,649

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Candlewood Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 528
  • Total Sq Ft: 528
  • Year Built: 1951
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake, Park, Stables/Riding
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 39 to Wanzer Hill, R on Candle Hill, follow Candle Hill to #35 on the left. GPS friendly
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Partial, Storage, Partially Finished, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Convection Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Private, Unpaved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: None, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Meeting House

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.77
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot Lightly Wooded Sloping Lot Cleared
  • Zoning: 1
  • Parcel #: 220686

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 3649

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 $3,649 $138,600 $92,800 $45,800
2024 $3,725 $102,000 $79,000 $23,000
2023 $3,560 $102,000 $79,000 $23,000
2022 $3,312 $102,000 $79,000 $23,000
2021 $3,212 $102,000 $79,000 $23,000
2020 $3,119 $102,000 $79,000 $23,000
2019 $3,016 $97,600 $73,000 $24,600
2018 $2,985 $97,600 $73,000 $24,600
2017 $2,910 $97,600 $73,000 $24,600
2016 $2,785 $97,600 $73,000 $24,600
2015 $2,785 $97,600 $73,000 $24,600
2014 $2,937 $112,600 $86,100 $26,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/08/2025 10/08/25 For Sale $285,000 +14.0% $540 / Sq Ft
10/21/2024 10/21/24 Sold $250,000 +6.4% $289 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2024 09/10/24 For Sale $235,000 -- $272 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $220,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $220,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Shaylene Neumann

Houlihan Lawrence

(475) 260-5496

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Shaylene is a licensed Realtor in New York and Connecticut and former owner/partner of her family-owned and operated real estate company Neumann Real Estate, locate in Ridgefield and New Fairfield, CT. Neumann Real Estate joined forces with Houlihan Lawrence on March 2, 2022. This merger combines the power of the number one brokerage in Westchester and Greenwich, providing us with access to the Houlihan Lawrence marketing engine and 1,450+ network of agents.

Shaylene started her real

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24131265

SmartMLS

APN: NFAI-000002-000003-000029-000031