157 River Road

Closed 9/25/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$559,000

4 beds3 baths2,308 sqft

157 River Rd, Essex, VT 05452

Single FamilyProperty Type

1.14 acresLot Size

1987Year Built

$242/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this four-bedroom home offers privacy, space, and a scenic Essex setting. Set back from the road on a level 1.14 acre lot along River Road, one of Essex’s designated scenic corridors, the property enjoys proximity to the winding Winooski River and surrounding mountains. Incredible location close to VT289 and minutes to I89 and surrounding amenities. Recent updates include new kitchen appliances, granite countertops, an undermount sink, updated flooring, renovated...Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this four-bedroom home offers privacy, space, and a scenic Essex setting. Set back from the road on a level 1.14 acre lot along River Road, one of Essex’s designated scenic corridors, the property enjoys proximity to the winding Winooski River and surrounding mountains. Incredible location close to VT289 and minutes to I89 and surrounding amenities. Recent updates include new kitchen appliances, granite countertops, an undermount sink, updated flooring, renovated bathrooms, and more. The main level features a spacious living room with an oversized picture window, a formal dining room, and a generous kitchen and dining area with sliding-door access to the 20' x 12' deck. Upstairs, you’ll find four well-proportioned bedrooms with new hardwood flooring, an updated full bath, and a primary suite with its own updated private bath. Need additional living space? The finished lower level offers a large family room with brand-new flooring and convenient access from both the interior and the garage. A two-car garage, ample off-street parking, and an RV plug/EV Power alongside the driveway add everyday practicality. Two sheds offer plenty of storage and even the possibility of a little studio. Relax or entertain on the deck while enjoying the private backyard, which borders a peaceful wooded area. (New town assessment was prior to completion of renovations.)

Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

Listed by: David Raphael • Artisan Realty of Vermont

Listing closed: 09/25/2026 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5104043

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Property Information for 157 River Road

Property Details

Taxes: $8,173 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Chittenden County
Zoning: R

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1987
Lot Size: 1.14 AC / 49,658 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Essex
County: VT-Chittenden

Directions: Route 15 or VT289 to River Road, home is on the left.
Latitude: 44.480050000001000
Longitude: -73.064066999999994
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: VT
Street Designation: Road
Zip Code: 05452

Taxes and HOA Information

SPAN Number: 207-067-16658
Tax Year: 2026

Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Capacity: 2.00

Driveway: Paved

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Country Setting, Level, Near Shopping, Private
Lot Size Acres: 1.14

Road Frontage Length: 200.0
Total Finished Area: 2308.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1728.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 580.0
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 252.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 49658.0
Total Area: 2560.0

Property and Assessments

Assessment Amount: $498,300
Assessment Year: 2026

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family
Property Condition: Existing
Flood Zone: Yes
Owned Land: Yes
PreConstruction: No
Surveyed: Unknown
Year Built: 1987

Utilities

Fuel Company: VT Gas
Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)

Sewer: Public
Water Source: On-Site Well Exists, Private
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Internet: Unknown

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Color: Beige
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Brick Exterior, Vinyl Siding

Roof: Shingle

Interior Features

Basement: Yes
Basement Access Type: Interior

Basement Description: Climate Controlled, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Interior Access, Basement Stairs
Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen/Dining, Level 1: Living Room
Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom
Rooms: Level B: Level B: Family Room
Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water
Cooling: None
Total Stories: 2
Rooms Total: 7
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Total: 3

Room Information

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 18x10'6"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Kitchen/Dining

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 12'6x10
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Dining Room

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 16'6x12
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Living Room

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 13'6x11
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 13'6x10
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 12x10
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 14'6x10
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 24x14
Room Level: Basement

Room Type: Family Room

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 16x11
Room Level: Basement

Room Type: Family Room

Property History for 157 River Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 25, 2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5104043	$559,000	—
Aug 20, 2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5104043		—
Aug 7, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5104043	$559,000	—
Oct 18, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #634301720	$305,000	—
Aug 22, 2002	Sold New England Real Estate Network #3014901	$217,000	—
Jun 27, 2002	Pending New England Real Estate Network #3014901		—
Jun 12, 2002	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #3014901	$219,900	—
Jul 20, 2001	Sold New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$192,000	—
Jun 28, 2001	Pending New England Real Estate Network #3008429		—
May 1, 2001	Price Change New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$204,000	—
May 1, 2001	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$198,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/25/2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5104043	$559,000
08/20/2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5104043	—
08/07/2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5104043	$559,000
10/18/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #634301720	$305,000
08/22/2002	Sold New England Real Estate Network #3014901	$217,000
06/27/2002	Pending New England Real Estate Network #3014901	—
06/12/2002	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #3014901	$219,900
07/20/2001	Sold New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$192,000
06/28/2001	Pending New England Real Estate Network #3008429	—
05/01/2001	Price Change New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$204,000
05/01/2001	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #3008429	$198,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 157 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$81,700Additions$197,300Total$279,000

Tax Record2025$6,254 ($521 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt252 SqFtLot Size49,658 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1987CountyCHITTENDENAPN(067) 2062005-001

Schools near 157 River Road

This home is within Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
NR	Essex Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 2	2.3 mi
7/10	Founders Memorial School	Public - Serves this home	3 to 5	1.5 mi
9/10	Essex Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.3 mi
10/10	Essex High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.5 mi
NR	The Center For Technology - Essex	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
NR	Essex Elementary School PublicPK to 2 Serves this home	2.3 mi
7/10	Founders Memorial School Public3 to 5 Serves this home	1.5 mi
9/10	Essex Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.3 mi
10/10	Essex High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.5 mi
NR	The Center For Technology - Essex Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 157 River Road, Essex, VT 05452	$559,000	4	3	2,308	49,658
153 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	–	4	1.5	1,464	39,640
159 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$330,000	–	–	–	40,511
135 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	–	–	–	–	12,197
124 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	–	–	–	–	298,822
180 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	–	3	1	1,317	65,340
123 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	–	–	–	–	348,480
184 River Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$385,000	2	–	1,088	42,253
141 River Road, Essex, VT 05452	$210,000	1	2	1,970	984,456
2 Greenfield Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$167,000	2	2	1,600	–
20 Greenfield Rd Extension, Unit A4, Essex, VT 05452	$333,000	2	2	1,579	–
20 Greenfield Rd Extension, Unit E3, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$350,000	2	2	1,486	–
20 Greenfield Rd Extension, Unit F2, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$296,000	2	2	1,248	–
20 Greenfield Rd Extension, Unit F3, Essex Junction, VT 05452	$255,000	2	2	1,420	–
20 Greenfield Rd Extension, Unit F1, Essex, VT 05452	$240,000	2	2	1,670	–

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