Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$897,000

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MLS® 24175342

  • Key Facts
  • Description
  • Rooms
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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 960 sqft
Garage 
Taxes $9,091
Days Active 31
Lot Size 0.61 Acres
Approx. Age 1978
Avg. Price Per Sqft $934
MLS® Number 24175342

Property Address: 51 Cornell Rd, Danbury, CT, 06811-3717

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Completely renovated and move-in ready, this exceptional direct waterfront retreat on Candlewood Lake combines modern updates, expansion potential, and breathtaking lake views. Originally a seasonal cottage, the home was converted to a year-round residence in 2019 with new insulation, flooring, laundry room, and half bath. Additional improvements include a private well (2022), new deck (2024), and a stunning new kitchen, windows, and siding (2025). The open living area features a beautifully updated wood-burning fireplace, custom wet bar with breakfast nook, and seamless access to the deck overlooking the water. The oversized primary bedroom offers flexibility to add a full bath or create an additional bedroom, and septic plans are available for future expansion. Set on a secluded hillside in Danbury, less than 90 minutes from NYC, this rare direct waterfront property offers unmatched privacy with no visible neighbors on either side. Surrounded by nature and towering trees, the home enjoys panoramic lake views from nearly every room. Outdoor amenities include a private deep-water dock, expansive patio, covered under-deck lounge with ceiling fans, and a lakeside terrace with storage for kayaks and water toys. Enjoy sweeping up-lake views and front-row seats to the 4th of July fireworks from your own waterfront oasis. With resort-style outdoor living, expansion potential, exceptional privacy, and a proven short-term rental history, this unique property is ideal as a primary re, Short term rental friendly location.
MLS® Number24175342
Laundry LevelLower
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
Garage
Approx. Age1978
BasementFull, Heated, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Walk-out, Liveable Space
Driveway
Garage Spaces
HeatElectric, Baseboard
A/CCeiling Fans, Window Unit

Extras

Rooms

Bedroom 1:Upper Level10 × 19 ft
Other:Upper Level14 × 19 ft
Living Room:Main Floor15 × 23 ft
Kitchen:Lower Level11 × 14 ft

Price History

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Not Sold YetSold Price

For Sale

May 21, 2026List Date
$897,000List Price

Home Appraisal

This property is estimated to sell between: $405,000 and $1,143,000.
Similar properties in this area sold on average for: $405,000
Expected to sell in 24 days. Similar properties sold in 55 days. This home has been on eXp Realty for 31 days.

The estimated sale price does not take into account many variables such as recent renovations, type of appliances, school district etc. To get a more accurate estimate please contact agent.

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Starting Address
Destination Address
51 Cornell Rd, Danbury, CT

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