Remarkably built, rustic Oak Timberframe Colonial saltbox set on 2 private acres just minutes from town and Candlewood Lake. This lovingly maintained home blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern upgrades, offering a warm, inviting lifestyle in New Fairfield's countryside. The open-concept kitchen and great room feature a natural fieldstone Rumford fireplace, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel Bosch appliances. French doors off the kitchen lead to a sun-filled porch overlooking rock garden and bird life - your daily dose of serenity. A flexible walkup attic provides the perfect work-from-home space, home gym, or creative studio. Extensive improvements elevate both the interior and exterior. Over $70,000 in outdoor enhancements include a redesigned front walkway and landscaping, a new Trex deck, an expanded Cambridge paver patio with stone wall, regraded backyard for a more usable lawn, new railing behind the garage, low-voltage path lighting, and fresh staining/painting on the garage, porch, and exterior areas. Inside, updates include new Maytag washer and dryer (2022), added overhead lighting in the family room, a period-appropriate Irvin Tinware chandelier in the living room, refreshed hallway wallpaper and lighting, updated bathroom vanity and faucet, freshly repainted walls, and a newly installed SimpliSafe security system. Major system upgrades over the years include a finished basement with full bath, hydro-air heating system and newer furnace, roof replacement and new driveway (2018), central A/C (2019), and a completely renovated primary bath (2021). Custom lighting throughout enhances the home's authentic, warm, and natural feel. Tucked away yet close to everything, this property offers the rare combination of privacy, charm, and convenience -- with low taxes and an easy 90-minute NYC commute.
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$799,000
98 Shortwoods Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812
3beds
2,778sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
2 Acres Lot
$822,500 Zestimate®
$288/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 34 days |
- 1,030 |
- 70 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Luks Fidanza (203)948-7323,
Luks Realty 203-746-0535
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24171184
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Breezeway
Primary bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 17.4
Bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 190.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 13.8
Bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 10.4
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 12.5
Family room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 234.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 240.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.9 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 413.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 21.9
Rec play room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 514.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.1 x 20.5
Sun room
- Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 221.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 15.2
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Heated,Garage Access,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Liveable Space
- Attic: Partially Finished,Floored,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,778
- Total interior livable area: 2,778 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,316
- Finished area below ground: 462
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 225147
- Zoning: 2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Lake, Library, Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $288/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $408,200
- Annual tax amount: $10,748
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Exclusions: see inclusion exclusion rider
Estimated market value
$822,500
$781,000 - $864,000
$5,446/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+21.1%$288/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24171184 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2022 | Sold | $660,000+10%$238/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170475608 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2022 | Contingent | $599,900$216/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170475608 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $599,900+87.5%$216/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170475608 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/1993 | Sold | $320,000$115/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #93722299 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,748 +2.7% | $408,200 +42.4% |
| 2024 | $10,467 +4.6% | $286,600 |
| 2023 | $10,002 +7.5% | $286,600 |
| 2022 | $9,306 +3.1% | $286,600 |
| 2021 | $9,025 +3% | $286,600 |
| 2020 | $8,764 +8.6% | $286,600 +9.7% |
| 2019 | $8,071 +1.1% | $261,200 |
| 2018 | $7,987 +2.5% | $261,200 |
| 2017 | $7,789 +4% | $261,200 |
| 2016 | $7,491 | $261,200 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06812
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10New Fairfield Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10New Fairfield Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 8/10New Fairfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: New Fairfield
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