Last Sold Price
3 beds3,380 sqft$365/sqft
185 Adams Rd, Brandon, VT 05733

Description

This one-of-a-kind Vermont homestead is tucked away in a secluded countryside setting conveniently located just minutes from the heart of Brandon. A grand stone column entrance and extensive landscaping warmly welcome you to this extraordinary sanctuary that for the past 2 decades has been home to Maple View Farm Alpacas. The property spans 83 acres boasting woods, hay fields, solar, four outbuildings (including a climate-controlled workshop), seven wire-fenced pastures, and a tranquil aerated pond...This one-of-a-kind Vermont homestead is tucked away in a secluded countryside setting conveniently located just minutes from the heart of Brandon. A grand stone column entrance and extensive landscaping warmly welcome you to this extraordinary sanctuary that for the past 2 decades has been home to Maple View Farm Alpacas. The property spans 83 acres boasting woods, hay fields, solar, four outbuildings (including a climate-controlled workshop), seven wire-fenced pastures, and a tranquil aerated pond all centered around a charming cape-style home. Enter through the attached 2-car garage into a welcoming mudroom complete with first-floor laundry facilities and a convenient half bath. The spacious kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining room with access to a deck overlooking the backyard with picturesque mountain views. Continue to the sun-filled living room to relax by the fireplace. A first-floor bedroom and office, as well as a full bathroom provide flexible living arrangements. The second floor, with nearly 1,200 square feet, is dedicated to the primary suite. This retreat offers an abundance of natural light, a spacious walk-in closet, and cozy fireplace. The finished walkout basement is a fantastic space for entertainment and relaxation with a family room along with bedroom, bonus room, two storage rooms, and modern full bath. 25 minutes to Middlebury for local shopping and dining, and 45 minutes to Killington for skiing. The possibilities are endless.
LISTING CLOSED: 02/16/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Michael Johnston • Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

Sold By Polli Properties

Property Details for 185 Adams Road

Status
MLS #
4973739
Days on Market
100
Taxes
$11,668 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
2001
Lot Size
83.00 AC / 3,615,480 SF
Parking
Driveway, Garage, Paved, Attached
Zoning
RD

Location

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Building Information for 185 Adams Road

Stories2Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size83.00 AC / 3,615,480 SF

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$7,246 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,274

Property Taxes

$972

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 185 Adams Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Rural
  • City: Brandon
  • County: VT-Rutland
  • Directions: South on Route 7 past Middlebury, continue for 15 miles then turn right onto Arnold District Road, continue for 1 mile and turn left onto Adams Road. House is #185, sign on property.
  • Latitude: 43.824682725357547
  • Longitude: -73.125422253967315
  • Mount Location: Ground
  • Mount Type: Fixed Rack
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip Code: 05733
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 078-024-10228
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $11,668.42
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Year Notes: 2023-2024
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Otter Valley High School
  • School - District: Brandon School District
  • School - Elementary: Neshobe Elementary School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Otter Valley UHSD 8 (Rut)
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Circular, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot - Sqft: 3615480.0
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Mountain View, Open, Pond, Recreational, Secluded, Timber, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 83.0
  • Road Frontage Length: 30.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 2660.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 720.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 4175.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3380.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Other
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 795.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: Yes
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Power Production Annual: 16.50
  • Power Production Annual Status: Actual
  • Power Production Ownership: Seller Owned
  • Power Production Size: 12.36
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Power Production Year Install: 2013
  • PowerProductionVerificationSourc: Owner
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Resort: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Year Built: 2001
Utilities
  • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Leach Field, Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled Well
  • Utilities: Cable, Phone, Underground Utilities
  • Internet: Internet - Cable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Features - Accessibility: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, Paved Parking
  • Features - Exterior: Barn, Fence - Partial, Gazebo, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, Shed, Storage
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Heater–Ht Wtr–Solar
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Exterior Access, Finished, Full, Interior Access, Storage Space, Walkout
  • Baths - Total: 4
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 2
  • Rooms - Total: 8
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Kitchen/Dining, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Office/Study
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Primary Bdm Ste
  • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bedroom, Level B: Bonus Room, Level B: Family Room
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Equipment: Generator - Standby
  • Features - Interior: Fireplaces - 3+, Primary BR w/ BA, Storage - Indoor, Walk-in Closet, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Mini Split
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen/Dining
Room 2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 5
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 6
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 8
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room

Property History for 185 Adams Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 16, 2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

$1,234,300
Jan 19, 2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

Dec 10, 2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/16/2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

$1,234,300
01/19/2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

12/10/2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4973739

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

Public Records for 185 Adams Road

Taxable ValueLand$159,900Additions$418,400Total$578,300
Tax Record2024$16,534 ($1,378 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,660 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,660 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt795 SqFtLot Size3,615,480 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001CountyRUTLANDAPN(024) 0002-0185Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 185 Adams Road

This home is within Otter Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Neshobe School
PublicPK to 6

Otter Valley Uhsd #8
Public7 to 12

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