296 South Cove Road

Closed 8/13/20
Closed 8/13/20
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Last Sold Price
$925,000
7 beds4,402 sqft$210/sqft
296 S Cove Rd, Burlington, VT 05401

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/13/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Ernie Rossi • Rossi & Riina Real Estate

Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

Property Details for 296 South Cove Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
4813052
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$18,001 / year
HOA Fees
$140 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1964
Lot Size
0.55 AC / 23,958 SF
County
Chittenden County
Parking
Driveway, Garage
Zoning
res
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Building Information for 296 South Cove Road

Stories3Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,958 SF

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Property Information for 296 South Cove Road

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

—

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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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