"You may be able to buy this property with approximately $22,000 total cash to close, including down payment and closing costs, for qualified buyers using approved low down payment financing and seller concessions. Schedule a private showing today to learn more." This beautifully maintained New Fairfield home offers comfort, light, and privacy on more than 2 acres of land. The main level features bright living spaces enhanced by skylights and new replacement windows that bring in abundant natural light. The primary bedroom includes its own en-suite bath, complemented by additional bedrooms and a second full bath. The finished lower level adds great flexibility with a half bath, a finished room ideal for a home office, gym, or guest space, and a convenient laundry area. A pull-down attic provides extra storage, and the property includes an attached garage for easy parking. Step outside to enjoy the above-ground pool and peaceful wooded surroundings. Located just over a mile from Squantz Pond State Park and Candlewood Lake, this home combines tranquility, space, and accessibility to local parks, schools, and shopping-a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
For sale
Price cut: $900 (1/15)
$629,000
153 Shortwoods Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812
3beds
1,885sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
2.35 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$334/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 170 days |
- 2,060 |
- 97 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 15, 2026 at 01:45pm
Listed by:
Emilin Arias-Gil (914)825-6920,
eXp Realty 866-828-3951
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24131310
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Other, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Finished,Garage Access,Interior Entry
- Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,885
- Total interior livable area: 1,885 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,885
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground
Lot
- Size: 2.35 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 225183
- Zoning: 2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Lake, Library, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: Ball Pond
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $334/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,800
- Annual tax amount: $10,026
- Date on market: 10/4/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $629,000-0.1%$334/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24131310 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Price change | $629,900-8.6%$334/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131310 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Price change | $689,000-1.4%$366/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131310 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+102.6%$371/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131310 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2018 | Sold | $345,000-1.1%$183/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170126955 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2018 | Price change | $349,000-0.3%$185/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170126955 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $349,900$186/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170126955 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,026 +15.5% | $380,800 +60.2% |
| 2024 | $8,681 +4.6% | $237,700 |
| 2023 | $8,296 +7.5% | $237,700 |
| 2022 | $7,718 +3.1% | $237,700 |
| 2021 | $7,485 +3% | $237,700 |
| 2020 | $7,269 -5% | $237,700 -4% |
| 2019 | $7,651 +1% | $247,600 |
| 2018 | $7,572 +2.6% | $247,600 |
| 2017 | $7,383 +4.5% | $247,600 |
| 2015 | $7,064 +8.4% | $247,600 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $6,515 +1.7% | $249,800 |
| 2013 | $6,405 +4% | $249,800 |
| 2012 | $6,160 +3% | $249,800 |
| 2011 | $5,983 +2.9% | $249,800 |
| 2010 | $5,815 +0.2% | $249,800 -11.3% |
| 2009 | $5,804 -0.1% | $281,600 |
| 2008 | $5,812 +3.4% | $281,600 |
| 2007 | $5,621 +4.7% | $281,600 |
| 2006 | $5,370 +3.2% | $281,600 +55.7% |
| 2004 | $5,201 +4.2% | $180,900 |
| 2003 | $4,993 +8.5% | $180,900 |
| 2001 | $4,600 +20.4% | $180,900 +37% |
| 2000 | $3,820 +9.7% | $132,045 |
| 1999 | $3,481 | $132,045 |
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Est. payment
$4,130/mo
Principal & interest
$3244
Property taxes
$886
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06812
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAConsolidated SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.1 mi
- 7/10New Fairfield Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 8/10New Fairfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Meeting House Hill
- High: New Fairfield
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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