1497 Middle Rd

326,700 / 7.5
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Your Forever Home Starts Here. Sometimes a change in someone else's plans creates the perfect opportunity for yours. This exceptional 7.5-acre property offers more than just beautiful land—it gives you a head start on building the home you've always imagined. The current owners have already completed much of the groundwork, including multiple building plan options, preliminary site preparation, and permitting, so you can focus on bringing your vision to life. Set on an east-facing hillside, the homesite...Your Forever Home Starts Here. Sometimes a change in someone else's plans creates the perfect opportunity for yours. This exceptional 7.5-acre property offers more than just beautiful land—it gives you a head start on building the home you've always imagined. The current owners have already completed much of the groundwork, including multiple building plan options, preliminary site preparation, and permitting, so you can focus on bringing your vision to life. Set on an east-facing hillside, the homesite captures breathtaking sunrise views across protected land conserved by the Vermont Land Trust, with the Green Mountains creating a stunning backdrop. Every morning begins with peaceful, uninterrupted scenery that will never go out of style. A preliminary driveway is already in place, and topsoil and materials for the foundation backfill are on site.. The state wastewater permit is approved for a three-bedroom home with a drilled well, and municipal water is also available with a simple permit amendment. There's ample room to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming about - a spacious home, gardens, a barn, a pool, or even a few animals to complete your own Vermont homestead. Located in the welcoming agricultural community of Bridport, you'll enjoy the best of rural living while remaining just minutes from Lake Champlain for boating, fishing, swimming. The vibrant town of Middlebury is also nearby, offering shopping, restaurants, markets, a movie theater, and everyday conveniences. If you've been waiting for the right place to build the home you'll cherish for years to come, this thoughtfully prepared property is ready for your next chapter.
  1. Listed by Amey Ryan • IPJ Real Estate • Cell: 802-989-8156

Property Details for 1497 Middle Road

Zoning
R2/R5
LISTING UPDATED: 06/28/2026 04:52 PM

Property Details for 1497 Middle Road

StatusActive
MLS #5097172
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,946 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size7.50 AC
CountyAddison County

Location

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Building Information for 1497 Middle Road

Lot Size7.50 AC

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$935 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$772

Property Taxes

$162

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1497 Middle Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Bridport
  • County: VT-Addison
  • Directions: From the center of Bridport on VT Route 22A, turn west onto Crown Point Road. Stay straight at the Y and continue on Middle Road. Go approximately 1.5mi and this land will be on the south side of Middle Road just before Sugar Hill Dr. Sign.
  • Latitude: 43.978544515818605
  • Longitude: -73.343076780426088
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip Code: 05734
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 087-027-10791
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Estimated Open Space %: 90
  • Lot Features: Abuts Conservation, Mountain, Agricultural, Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Level, Mountain View, Open, View
  • Lot Size Acres: 7.5
  • Road Frontage Length: 265.0
  • Total Lots: 1
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 326700.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Assessment Amount: $120,300
  • Property Class: Land
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Resort: No
  • Suitable Use: Residential
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • School District: Addison Central
  • High School: Middlebury Senior UHSD #3
  • Middle/Jr School: Middlebury Union Middle #3
  • Elementary School: Bridport Central School
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Green Mountain Power
  • Electric: At Street
  • Sewer: Mound, On-Site Septic Needed
  • Water Source: On-Site Well Needed, Public Water at Street
  • Utilities: Telephone Available
  • Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail

Property History for 1497 Middle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5097172

$155,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/28/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5097172

$155,000

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Schools near 1497 Middle Road

This home is within Addison Central Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bridport Central School
PublicPK to 5

Middlebury Union Middle School
Public6 to 8

Middlebury Senior Uhsd #3
Public9 to 12

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1497 Middle Road is a 7.5 ac of land for sale in Bridport, VT 05734. This property was listed for sale on June 28, 2026 by IPJ Real Estate, it's currently listed at $155,000. This listing's school district is Addison Central Unified School District. Nearby schools include Bridport Central School, Middlebury Union Middle School and Middlebury Senior Uhsd #3. 1497 Middle Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 7.5 ac of land on a 326,700 sq. ft. / 7.5 acres lot.

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