51 Cornell Road
Danbury, Connecticut 06811
Reduced from $1,015,000
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1 | 1
- SqFt
- 1,360
- Acres
- 0.61
- Year Built
- 1978
- Neighborhood
- Hayestown
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
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
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Danbury
- Neighborhood
- Hayestown
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Chalet
- Year Built
- 1978
- Days on Market
- 68 days
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 1,360 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.61 acres
- Property Taxes
- $9,091 / Annually
- HOA Fee
- $269 / Quarterly
Market Snapshot
The Danbury Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
71
75 under contract
Median List Price
$579,900
71 active listings
Median Closed Price
$549,950
350 sales
Median Days on Market
47
71 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$311
71 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
350 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$897,000
vs $579,900 median
54.7% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$660
vs $311 median
2.1× the median
Days on Market
68 days
vs 47 days median
21 days longer than median
Based on 71 active and 350 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Danbury. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 29, 2026.
Location
51 Cornell Road, Danbury, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$4,574
- Property Taxes$758
- Insurance$299
- HOA$90
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Danbury
- Neighborhood
- Hayestown
- County
- Fairfield
- Subdivision
- Cornell
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Chalet
- Year Built
- 1978
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,360 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 400 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Hayestown
- High
- Danbury
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Heat Fuel
- Electric
- Cooling
- Ceiling FansWindow Unit
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Laundry Location
- In closet
- Appliances
- Electric CooktopOven/RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorFreezerDishwasherWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullHeatedFully FinishedInterior AccessWalk-outLiveable Space
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.61 acres
- Zoning
- RA40
- Waterfront
- Direct waterfront
- Waterfront Details
- LakeWalk to WaterDock or MooringViewAccess
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- Vinyl SidingCedar
- Color
- Blue
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- ShedDeckLightingPatio
- Lot Description
- TreedSloping LotRollingWater View
HOA / Association
- Fee
- $269 / Quarterly
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $9,091 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 68
- MLS #
- 24175342
- MLS Status
- Active
- Financing
- FHA,VA,CHFA
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