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$1,195,000

Under Contract
26 Birch Ln, New Milford, CT 06776
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,988 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1950
Under Contract
Units n/a
Checked: 10 hours ago
Updated: Sep 06, 2025 at 10:16AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,385
Cap Rate
1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.5%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1950
Under Contract
Units n/a

Quintessential Candlewood Lake House located in the desirable Candlewood Lake Club, this stunning home offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and luxury. Enjoy all the amenities the club has to offer, including a clubhouse, private 9-hole golf course with pro shop, four tennis courts, pickleball courts, private marina and beach with swimming docks, camp with junior clubhouse, winter boat storage, ball field, hiking trails, and more. The community even features on-site PGA Golf and Tennis Association Pros. Nestled among hundreds of perennials and mature trees, this home provides year-round beauty and tranquility. Spacious, light-filled living space, it's thoughtfully designed for those who value both style and functionality. The first level features hardwood floors throughout and a cozy stone fireplace surrounded by custom built-in. The breathtaking views invite you to relax as you watch eagles soar and perch in the surrounding pines. The tiled kitchen is equipped with premium cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sunny breakfast bar. A side door leads out to a stone patio-perfect for cozy fire-pit evenings. The dining room includes sliders that open to an enclosed three-season porch, which connects to an open deck and the living room for seamless indoor-outdoor living.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Private, None, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 6

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partial, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $5,521/annually

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: NMILM:13L:31
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Cottage, Other
  • Year Built: 1950

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $11,536

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Private
  • Heating: Oil, Forced Air, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Litchfield

Listing Details


Listed by:
Patty Wagner
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(914) 391-4760

Source:
SmartMLS
MLS#: 24093791
SmartMLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,385
Cap Rate
1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,195,000
Amount financed:
-$956,000
Down payment:
$239,000
Closing costs:
$35,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$274,850
Square feet:
1,988
Cost per square foot:
$601
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.96

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$956,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,655
Property tax:
$961
Insurance:
$273
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$6,889

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,900 $46,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$234 -$2,808
Operating income:
$3,666 $43,992

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (25%)
25%-$961-$11,536
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$273-$3,276
Property management: (8%)
8%-$312-$3,744
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$195-$2,340
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$195-$2,340
HOA fees: (12%)
12%-$460-$5,520
Total operating expenses: (61%)
61%-$2,396-$28,756

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,270 $15,240
Mortgage payments:
-$5,655 -$67,860
Cash flow:
$4,385 $52,620