296 South Cove Road

Closed 8/13/20
Closed 8/13/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$925,000
7 beds4,402 sqft$210/sqft
296 S Cove Rd, Burlington, VT 05401
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.55 acresLot Size
1964Year Built
$210/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$140/yrHOA Fees
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Rare opportunity to live in bucolic South Cove, one of Burlington's most sought after neighborhoods, with private beach access, mooring rights and easy access to Oakledge Park and the bike path to downtown Burlington. This spacious well maintained contemporary has room for everyone, including home offices and guest space. The main house features an open layout on the main floor, with original birch wood flooring (recently refinished), custom built-ins, commercial Garland gas range, Sub-Zero built-in...Rare opportunity to live in bucolic South Cove, one of Burlington's most sought after neighborhoods, with private beach access, mooring rights and easy access to Oakledge Park and the bike path to downtown Burlington. This spacious well maintained contemporary has room for everyone, including home offices and guest space. The main house features an open layout on the main floor, with original birch wood flooring (recently refinished), custom built-ins, commercial Garland gas range, Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator, and cherry cabinets with granite countertops. Other details include a two-story fireplace, some radiant heating, owned solar panels, a master suite with a private balcony and up to six bedrooms (currently configured as a four bedroom with his and her offices). Expanded lower walk out level includes finished family room space. Walk out to the tranquil backyard patio area with fish pond and waterfall. A large mudroom rests between the main house and garage. Most of the house has multiple exit points to the wraparound deck overlooking the well landscaped yard below with a beautiful cedar tree path with ferns to your front door. Above the oversized 4 car garage is a newer 1 bedroom accessory apartment with office space, a full kitchen and dining area, plus living room with its own separate entrances. Private and cozy yet close to everything Burlington has to offer. Property Video Available.

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

    • Listed by: Ernie Rossi • Rossi & Riina Real Estate
    Listing closed: 08/13/2020 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4813052

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    Property Information for 296 South Cove Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $18,001 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Chittenden County
    • Parking: Driveway, Garage
    • Zoning: res
    Building Information
    • Stories: 3
    • Year Built: 1964
    • Lot Size: 0.55 AC / 23,958 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Burlington
    • County: VT-Chittenden
    • Directions: Home Ave to Austin Drive. Left on South Cove Road, #296 on right.
    • Latitude: 44.449419000000027
    • Longitude: -73.228692813491833
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Zip: 05401
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Fee: $140.00
    • Fee Frequency: Yearly
    • Fee Includes: HOA Fee
    • SPAN Number: 114-035-20240
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $18,001.00
    • Tax Year: 2019
    • Tax Year Notes: 19/20
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Burlington High School
    • School - District: Burlington School District
    • School - Elementary: Assigned
    • School - Middle/Jr: Assigned
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 4.00
    • Driveway: Paved
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    Lot Information
    • Lot - Sqft: 23958.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 0.55
    • Road Frontage Length: 121.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 4402.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Total: 5762.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 4402.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 1360.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Foundation: Concrete, Other
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1964
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: BED
    • Fuel Company: VT Gas
    • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s), Generator
    • Sewer: Public
    • Utilities: High Speed Intrnt -AtSite
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Association Amenities: Beach Access, Beach Rights, Boat Mooring
    • Features - Exterior: Boat Mooring, Balcony, Deck, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Patio, Beach Access
    • Roads: Public
    • Roof: Shingle, Shingle - Architectural, Shingle - Asphalt
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Range - Gas, Refrigerator
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Finished, Full, Walkout
    • Baths - Total: 6
    • Baths - Full: 4
    • Half Baths: 0
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 2
    • Rooms - Total: 15
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Family Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Dining Room, Level 2: Family Room, Level 2: Kitchen, Level 2: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 2: Living Room, Level 2: Master Bedroom, Level 2: Office/Study
    • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: Master Bedroom
    • Bedrooms - Total: 7
    • Features - Interior: Central Vacuum, Attic, Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Other, Security, Skylight, Storage - Indoor, Walk-in Closet
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
    • Heat Fuel: Gas - Natural
    • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiator
    • Cooling: Central AC, Other, Wall AC Units
    • Total Stories: 3
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 15x10
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 13x10
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 28x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: Main House
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: Main House
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 16x14
    • Room Level: 3
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 11x9
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 10x12
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 26x12
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 10
    • Room Dimensions: Main House 10x9
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 11
    • Room Dimensions: Accessory 12x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    Room 12
    • Room Dimensions: Accessory 12x11
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 13
    • Room Dimensions: Accessory 10x13
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 14
    • Room Dimensions: Accessory 20x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 15
    • Room Dimensions: Accessory 10x16
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Dining Room

    Property History for 296 South Cove Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 27, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #675699521

    		$925,000

    +4.0% / yr

    Aug 13, 2020

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4813052

    		$925,000—
    Jul 6, 2020

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4813052

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/27/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #675699521

    $925,000

    +4.0% / yr

    08/13/2020

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4813052

    $925,000
    07/06/2020

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4813052

    —

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

    Public Records for 296 South Cove Road

    Taxable ValueLand$247,600Additions$770,800Total$1,018,400
    Tax Record2025$15,509 ($1,292 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds7Baths6Total Finished SqFt4,332 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,332 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt291 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,958 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Year Renovated1987ZoningRLCountyCHITTENDENAPN(035) 059-1-060-000

    Schools near 296 South Cove Road

    This home is within Burlington School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Champlain School
    		Public - PK to 5
    Edmunds Middle School
    		Public - 6 to 8
    Burlington Senior High School
    		Public - 9 to 12
    Burlington Technical Center
    		Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Champlain School
    PublicPK to 5

    Edmunds Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Burlington Senior High School
    Public9 to 12

    Burlington Technical Center
    Public9 to 12

    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

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    This home: 296 South Cove Road, Burlington, VT 05401
    $925,000
    7
    4,402
    23,958
    304 South Cove Road, Burlington, VT 05401
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    22,216
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    3
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    4
    2,520
    12,196
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    $335,000
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