171 Mt Bess Rd

West Charleston, VT 05872

$245,000
Price
2
Beds
1,030 Sq. Ft.
$238 / Sq. Ft.
1,030
Sq. Ft.
$238
per Sq. Ft.
New
New

Description

Currently used as a one-bedroom home but listed with the town as a two-bedroom, this property has seen many recent updates including new flooring, roof, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and bathroom, along with multiple new windows. Set on 2 acres in a very peaceful country setting with only one other home on the road, it offers privacy and tranquility. The above-grade basement provides great potential to be finished for additional living space. Enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation with the snowmobile...Currently used as a one-bedroom home but listed with the town as a two-bedroom, this property has seen many recent updates including new flooring, roof, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and bathroom, along with multiple new windows. Set on 2 acres in a very peaceful country setting with only one other home on the road, it offers privacy and tranquility. The above-grade basement provides great potential to be finished for additional living space. Enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation with the snowmobile trail nearby and just minutes to Lake Willoughby, Lake Salem, Derby, and Island Pond. Ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat with modern improvements close to Vermont’s best natural attractions.
  1. Listed by David Kennison • Century 21 Farm & Forest

Property Details for 171 Mt Bess Road

Zoning
Charleston
LISTING UPDATED: 01/31/2026 06:00 PM

Property Details for 171 Mt Bess Road

StatusActive
MLS #5075372
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$2,970 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1994
Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
CountyOrleans County

Location

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Building Information for 171 Mt Bess Road

Stories2Year Built1994Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,442 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,194

Property Taxes

$248

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 171 Mt Bess Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Charleston
  • County: VT-Orleans
  • Directions: From Charleston Village travel route 105 East, take a right onto Route 5A south. Follow until Hudson road on your left and then follow Hudson Rd for approximately 1 mile to Mt Bess Road on your right. Property is the first driveway on your left.
  • Latitude: 44.837135687693689
  • Longitude: -72.044001915344239
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip Code: 05872
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 135-042-10637
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Country Setting, Level, Near Paths, Near Snowmobile Trails, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.0
  • Road Frontage Length: 316.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1994
Utilities
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Leach Field, Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled Well
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Internet: Satellite Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: White
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Full, Interior Stairs, Exterior Access
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Oil, Hot Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2

Property History for 171 Mt Bess Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5075372

$245,000—
Sep 13, 2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

$215,000—
Jul 9, 2024

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

—
Jul 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

$215,000—
Apr 12, 2012

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #2653572

—
May 9, 2007

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #2653572

$112,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/31/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5075372

$245,000
09/13/2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

$215,000
07/09/2024

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

—
07/03/2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5003567

$215,000
04/12/2012

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #2653572

—
05/09/2007

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #2653572

$112,500

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

Schools near 171 Mt Bess Road

This home is within North Country Senior Union High School District #22.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charleston Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
North Country Junior Uhsd #22
Public - 7 to 8
North Country Senior Uhsd #22
Public - 9 to 12
North Country Career Center
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Charleston Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

North Country Junior Uhsd #22
Public7 to 8

North Country Senior Uhsd #22
Public9 to 12

North Country Career Center
Public9 to 12

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More information about 171 Mt Bess Road, West Charleston, VT 05872

171 Mt Bess Road is a single family home for sale in West Charleston, VT 05872. This listing's school districts are North Country Senior Union High School District #22, North Country Junior Union High School District #22, Charleston School District. Nearby schools include Charleston Elementary School, North Country Junior Uhsd #22 and North Country Senior Uhsd #22. 171 Mt Bess Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,030 sqft single family home built in 1994.

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