48 E Lake Rd, Danbury, CT 06811
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48 E Lake Rd
Danbury, CT 06811

  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,901 sqft (on 9 acres)

$1,402,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,076/mo*
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$1,402,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,076/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,901 sqft
(on 9 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Stone Pillars frame the 1/3rd mile driveway leading to this private 11.5 ac. estate setting, situated on the north shore of East Lake Reservoir, just 75 min. from midtown NY. Architecturally designed by Leigh Overland, this open plan contemporary, with walls of windows & dramatic ceilings captures the southwest exposure & scenic vistas surrounding this ideal CT getaway. The main house offers a grand plan w/a gracious 2 story foyer & gallery, ideal for displaying works of art, opens to a 30 ft great room w/fireplace & French doors to an Octagonal sunroom, surrounded by glass. The beauty of the classic gardens, terraces & stonework can be seen from nearly every room of this light filled home. The updated tiled kitchen offers island bar, separate dining area & shares a 2 sided fireplace w/the great room. An ideal owner retreat can be found in the main level master w/adjacent office, spacious walk-in closet & marble bath. Additionally the upper level hosts 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & loft area for media center or second office. The one bedroom, one bath guest house affords private space for visitors plus an additional 2 car garage. Extensive gardens & plantings, stone terraces, walls & patios, spring fed pond surrounded by an iris garden & acres of specimen trees & plantings paint an idyllic retreat from city life. Two car attached garage, circular drive, close to I 84, shopping and restaurants. Close to all, yet with ultimate privacy. Pool & Tennis Court site available!
48 E Lake Rd, Danbury, CT 06811 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,901 sqft single-family home built in 1990. It last sold for $850,000 on Jan 29, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,402,500, with a rent estimate of $7,892/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 48 E Lake Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant, OilAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Radiant
Interior Details
In-law unitTypes of Rooms: Laundry Room
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckGardenPatioPorch
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9.00 acres

Building

Community rooms
Fitness Center
Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price History for 48 E Lake Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/29/2021$850,000Sold
Smart MLS #170315109
01/03/2021$895,000ContingentSmart MLS #170315109
12/05/2020$895,000PendingAgent Provided
12/04/2020$895,000ContingentSmart MLS #170315109
10/06/2020$895,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/11/2020$995,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/14/2014$1,290,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/10/2014$1,290,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/15/2013$1,290,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/12/2013$1,290,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/15/2011$1,490,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/19/2011$1,490,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Danbury

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$473K
$267MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$284
$2MoM
Available listings
169
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$17,406
Assessment$696,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 48 E Lake Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6 Society Hill Road, Danbury, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$760,000
10/03/25
4
3.5
3,346
54 East Lake Road, Danbury, CT
0.12
Single-Family Home
$515,000
10/03/25
3
3
2,058
3 Contemporary Drive, Danbury, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$574,000
03/16/26
3
2.5
2,240
4 Old Farm Road, New Fairfield, CT
0.74
Single-Family Home
$860,000
12/18/25
4
3
5,677
3 Powder Horn Ridge, Danbury, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$595,000
12/23/25
3
2.5
1,242
9 Josh Lane, Danbury, CT
1.07
Single-Family Home
$950,000
11/10/25
4
3.5
5,040
25 Ball Pond Rd, Danbury, CT
0.65
Single-Family Home
$539,000
12/16/25
4
3
2,506
7 Bittersweet Drive, Danbury, CT
0.36
Single-Family Home
$595,000
04/21/26
3
2
1,400
24 Barnum Road, Danbury, CT
0.67
Single-Family Home
$589,000
08/11/25
3
2
2,551
56 East Lake Road, Danbury, CT
0.16
Single-Family Home
$500,000
08/15/25
2
2
912

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What Locals Say about Danbury

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  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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    "Everything over here is safe for kids, schools are good, and we have couple of parks with nice views and for the families who loves hiking we have a couple of places for free "
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    "I commute to manhattan twice a week the Danbury train is conveniently located but I take the Brewster train. Better hours much shorter ride"
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    "BBQs are often but in quiet and reserved places noise is un wanted many stores are near by an with in walking distance "
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    "Our city has a baseball team with MLB support and a hockey team in addition to a remarkable number of youth fields and activities. We actually like each other."
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    "I don’t commute. But we have a train to NYC a 20 minute walk from my home and we have public transportation across town."
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    "There’s a lot of things to do during the summer that the kids like, carnivals, block parties, and events at the mall."
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  • Becky Kruppenbacher
    "Miserable 84 to 684 every day No one knows how to merge. Everyone drives speeds excess of 75mph. There is never not Traffic on the 684 to 84 Cooridoor "
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    "Normal traffic, however any minor disturbance causes a lot of backed up vehicles. We do not have a lot of sidewalk space and would benefit from more crosswalks."
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    "Its nice and quiet. Very Good neighborhood and most houses have a good amount of land, which makes it good for your children to play and good for privacy."
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    "Candle wood lake is beautiful, quiet and a bit isolated community. 15 min from everywhere…………. "
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    "4th of July is very special. They shutdown our road and the town does fireworks on the lake. The lake park also has a outdoor gym and there is the police athletic league basketball court as well"
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    "Concerts at Ives. farmers market at Halas farm. Concerts on the Green in downtown Danbury. Lots of garage sales. Hiking at Bear mountain. A good place to raise kids and have pets."
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    "they have 3 dog parks within 20 miles of Danbury. there also lots of parks and walkways to walk your dogs."
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    "I travel from around 9:30AM to Stamford and the traffic is usually moderate. Usually busier in the evening."
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    "Danbury is a great small town with lots of amazing restaurants, a huge mall, a library and a university to serve the community. "
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    "Living close to the main street is not a good idea if you like quiet places. The good thing is that you have everything close to you."
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  • Anthony Z.
    "Area is pet friendly. Dogs always on leash around town and there parks for them to walk freely. Terrywille park is also a great place to hike with your dog "
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    "Not unique I live here but the rent is too expensive that’s the only problem neighborhood is ok the stores are closed by and good And police are friendly too not like "
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