76 Lake Dr S

New Fairfield, CT 06812

$1,400,000
Last Sold Price
68,824 / 1.58
Lot Size / Acres

Description

This is the opportunity of a lifetime to build your dream waterfront home! Absolutely the best direct waterfront parcel on Candlewood Lake with breathtaking, expansive, southwestern exposure and an easy walk to the water. 1.58 acres of pure beauty in the exclusive, guarded, highly desirable Candlewood Isle water community. Approved, level building lot, deep water harbor & 300 feet of water frontage protected by a stone seawall. Wonderful home owner's association offering tennis, beach, clubhouse...This is the opportunity of a lifetime to build your dream waterfront home! Absolutely the best direct waterfront parcel on Candlewood Lake with breathtaking, expansive, southwestern exposure and an easy walk to the water. 1.58 acres of pure beauty in the exclusive, guarded, highly desirable Candlewood Isle water community. Approved, level building lot, deep water harbor & 300 feet of water frontage protected by a stone seawall. Wonderful home owner's association offering tennis, beach, clubhouse and much more! Candlewood Lake itself is recognized as one the most desirable lakes on the East Coast. Just 65 miles from NYC, it is a popular tourist destination & the area is home to both year-round & second homes. The lake is used for recreation year-round for swimming, fishing and boating. Along its approximately 60-mile shoreline are tourist resorts & recreational facilities, including restaurants, beaches & marinas. Paddleboarding, water skiing, tubing & other water sports are commonly seen taking place on the lake, as well as sunbathing & more from the many docks & beaches. Create your own weekend retreat or full time residence. Approved building concept includes: 5 Bedrooms Main Home, separate 2 Bedroom Guest House and amazing Pool w/several outdoor terraces along the lake side. See rendering in supplements and photos. Convenient Getaway Destination - Less than 90 Minutes from NYC! It truly does not get better than this... Live the Dream!

Listing Agent

  1. Karla Murtaugh

    Karla Murtaugh

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 76 Lake Drive South

Direct Waterfront
Yes
Location
Suburban
Neighborhood
N/A
LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2020 09:58 PM

Property Details for 76 Lake Drive South

StatusClosed
MLS #170209894
Days on Market93
Taxes$32,093 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Residential Land
Year Built-
Lot Size1.58 AC
CountyFairfield County

Location

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Sold By Compass, Karla Murtaugh

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Building Information for 76 Lake Drive South

Lot Size1.58 AC

Payment Calculator

$10,010 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,335

Property Taxes

$2,674

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 76 Lake Drive South

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Rte 39 to Candlewood Isle Road. Straight at guard house to #76
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: New Fairfield
  • Latitude: 41.474964
  • Longitude: -73.45277
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Lake
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax District Amount: $3,931
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $32,093
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Lake, Dock or Mooring, View
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Property Info: Gated Community
  • Road Frontage Approximate: 431
  • Road Frontage Description: Paved Road
  • SubdividableU: No
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Documents Available: Building Plan, Plot Plan/Survey, Topographical Survey, Zoning Approval, Other
  • Lot Description: Dry, Cleared, Water View, Level Lot, Sloping Lot
  • Lot Improvements: Approved Building Lot, Curbs & Gutters
  • Parcel Number: 222975
  • Zoning: 1
Utilities
  • Septic Approval YN: Yes
  • Septic Plan Available YN: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic, Septic Required
  • Utilities Available: Electric, Telephone, Cable Available
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant
Building Details
  • Lots Number Of: 1

Property History for 76 Lake Drive South

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #663604089

$1,400,000

-6.3% / yr

May 22, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240060289

$3,000,000

+8.7% / yr

Jul 1, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164911830

$2,360,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #663604089

$1,400,000

-6.3% / yr

05/22/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240060289

$3,000,000

+8.7% / yr

07/01/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164911830

$2,360,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 76 Lake Drive South

Taxable ValueLand$980,000Additions$1,048,100Total$2,028,100
Tax Record2023$74,066 ($6,172 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt5,994 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,994 SqFtStories2Lot Size68,825 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2022Zoning1CountyFAIRFIELDAPNNFAI M:20 B:1 L:18-23Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 76 Lake Drive South

This home is within New Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Consolidated School
PublicPK to 2

Meeting House Hill School
Public3 to 5

New Fairfield Middle School
Public6 to 8

New Fairfield High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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