261 Song Bird Dr

Canaan, VT 05903

$1,395,000
Price
2
Beds
2,070 Sq. Ft.
$674 / Sq. Ft.
2,070
Sq. Ft.
$674
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

LAND AND LAKEFRONT ON WALLACE POND - Buy your own Sanctuary. Peace and quiet come with owning this 6.17 acre lakefront property with a canal and small pond. How unique to have a Chalet on a lake that is shared with the Canadians on the northern shore. Super cute vacation or permanent home where you can relax by the very impressive primary fireplace or out on the deck, down by the firepit or in some Adirondack chairs by the lake. You have views over the lake to the mountains in Canada. Dining options...LAND AND LAKEFRONT ON WALLACE POND - Buy your own Sanctuary. Peace and quiet come with owning this 6.17 acre lakefront property with a canal and small pond. How unique to have a Chalet on a lake that is shared with the Canadians on the northern shore. Super cute vacation or permanent home where you can relax by the very impressive primary fireplace or out on the deck, down by the firepit or in some Adirondack chairs by the lake. You have views over the lake to the mountains in Canada. Dining options also available with the dinette, dining room and deck depending on your mood. The chalet has a primary bed room off the kitchen and spacious bath. Downstairs is additional sleeping quarters and Den/Game room. And with a covered patio downstairs, even some drizzle won't stop you from enjoying the wide open spaces and lake view. You will be amazed by all the wildlife that will become part of your life. This can be yours to share.
  1. Listed by Jason Cape • Badger Peabody & Smith Realty/Littleton • Cell: 678-779-1257

Property Details for 261 Song Bird Drive

Water Body Type
Lake
Water View
Yes
Waterfront Property
Yes
Zoning
Canaan Planning Board
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2026 04:02 PM

Property Details for 261 Song Bird Drive

StatusActive
MLS #5098670
Days on Market5
Taxes$11,933 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1979
Lot Size6.17 AC / 268,765 SF
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 261 Song Bird Drive

Stories1Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size6.17 AC / 268,765 SF

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$7,946 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

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$6,951

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 261 Song Bird Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Canaan
  • County: VT-Essex
  • Directions: Located on VT Route 114 on Wallace Pond in Canaan Vermont. Take 114 West from Canaan and the driveway will be on the right once you are on the west side of the pond. Look for the decorated Lion pediments on either side of the driveway.
  • Latitude: 45.010783244991096
  • Longitude: -71.638845000000003
  • Road Frontage: No
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Map: R22003.
  • Zip Code: 05903
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 126-039-10238
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Notes: House plus
  • Taxes TBD: Unknown
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Crushed Stone
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Water View, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 6.17
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Wallace Pond
  • Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
  • Total Finished Area: 2070.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1269.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 801.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 170.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Measured
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 268765.0
  • Total Area: 2240.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Easements: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Suitable Use: Recreation, Residential
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1979
  • School District: Canaan School District
  • Middle/Jr School: Canaan Schools
  • Elementary School: Canaan School
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s), Net Meter
  • Sewer: 1250 Gallon
  • Water Source: Drilled Well
  • Utilities: Propane, Underground Utilities
  • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
  • Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Brick Exterior
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Finished, Interior Stairs, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Wall AC Units
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Total: 2

Property History for 261 Song Bird Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5098670

$1,395,000—
Apr 12, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594341331

$225,000

-4.0% / yr

Dec 19, 2016

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4513970

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/06/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5098670

$1,395,000
04/12/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594341331

$225,000

-4.0% / yr

12/19/2016

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4513970

—

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

Public Records for 261 Song Bird Drive

Taxable ValueLand$394,400Additions$129,700Total$524,100
Tax Record2024$11,354 ($946 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,269 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,269 SqFtLot Size1,045,440 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979CountyESSEXAPN(039) R22003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 261 Song Bird Drive

This home is within Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Canaan Schools
Public - PK to 12
Canaan High School CTE Program
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Canaan Schools
PublicPK to 12

Canaan High School CTE Program
Public9 to 12

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More information about 261 Song Bird Drive, Canaan, VT 05903

261 Song Bird Drive is a single family home for sale in Canaan, VT 05903. This property was listed for sale on July 6, 2026 by Badger Peabody & Smith Realty/Littleton, it's currently listed at $1,395,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on April 12, 2017. This listing's school district is Canaan School District. Nearby schools include Canaan Schools and Canaan High School CTE Program. 261 Song Bird Drive is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 2,070 sqft single family home built in 1979.

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