490 Watkins Road

Closed 8/21/26
Closed 8/21/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$765,000
3 beds2,436 sqft
490 Watkins Rd, Colchester, VT 05446
Single FamilyProperty Type
13.2 acresLot Size
1979Year Built
$314/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Enjoy the perfect balance of privacy and convenience on this beautiful 13-acre homestead. Tucked away at the end of a wooded driveway, this peaceful property offers a true rural setting while remaining just minutes from neighbors, the interstate, and town. The expansive grounds are a gardener's dream, featuring a picturesque pond, established fruit trees, perennial flower gardens, and a charming sugar house. Acres of mature woodland provide opportunities for timber, maple sugaring, peaceful walks,...Enjoy the perfect balance of privacy and convenience on this beautiful 13-acre homestead. Tucked away at the end of a wooded driveway, this peaceful property offers a true rural setting while remaining just minutes from neighbors, the interstate, and town. The expansive grounds are a gardener's dream, featuring a picturesque pond, established fruit trees, perennial flower gardens, and a charming sugar house. Acres of mature woodland provide opportunities for timber, maple sugaring, peaceful walks, and abundant wildlife. This contemporary 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 2,436 square feet of finished living space, including 1,736 square feet on the main and upper levels plus approximately 700 finished square feet on the lower level. Recent updates include a new roof and significant energy-efficiency improvements completed following a comprehensive energy audit, offering comfort and long-term value. Step onto the welcoming front porch and into a spacious entry hall. The dramatic living room is the heart of the home, showcasing cathedral ceilings, a striking two-story hearth with an efficient wood stove, and a wall of south-facing windows that fill the space with natural light while overlooking the gardens, pond. A sliding glass door leads to the back deck, creating an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. The adjoining dining area and kitchen offer a functional layout, complete with a pantry for additional storage. Two versatile first-floor dens provide flexible space for a home office, library, playroom, or guest accommodation. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, accompanied by two additional bedrooms and a full bath with conveniently located laundry. The finished lower-level family room adds even more living space, while the unfinished storage area and oversized 2+ car garage provide ample room for vehicles, equipment, and hobbies. The lower level is accessible from both the interior and the garage.

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

    • Listed by: Candy Rice • Rice Realty
    Listing closed: 08/21/2026 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5099747
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    Property Information for 490 Watkins Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $7,634 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Chittenden County
    • Zoning: R1
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1979
    • Lot Size: 13.20 AC / 574,992 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Colchester
    • County: VT-Chittenden
    • Directions: From I89 North, Take exit 17. take US 2W, then slight right toward Clay Point road, Right onto Jasper Mine Road and the left on Watkins .06 to 490 on the right
    • Latitude: 44.603122000001001
    • Longitude: -73.187309999999997
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Zip Code: 05446
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 153-048-17553
    • Tax Year: 2026
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 2.00
    • Driveway: Gravel
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Lot Features: Country Setting, Secluded, Private
    • Lot Size Acres: 13.2
    • Road Frontage Length: 400.0
    • Water Body Access: No
    • Total Finished Area: 2436.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area: 1736.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
    • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 700.0
    • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 364.0
    • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Lot Size Square Feet: 574992.0
    • Total Area: 2800.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Property Condition: Existing
    • Flood Zone: No
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1979
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: GMP
    • Cable Company: Comcast
    • Electric: 220 Plug, Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Conventional Leach Field, Septic
    • Water Source: Drilled Well, Purifier/Soft
    • Utilities: Cable, Satellite, Telephone at Site, Underground Utilities
    • Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site, Fiber Optic Internet
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Construction Materials: Fiberglss Batt Insulation, Wood Frame, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Interior Features
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Interior
    • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Finished, Exterior Stairs, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Basement Stairs
    • Heating: Oil, Forced Air, Hot Air, Wood Stove
    • Cooling: Mini Split
    • Total Stories: 2
    • Rooms Total: 7
    • Bathrooms Full: 1
    • Bathrooms Half: 1
    • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
    • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bathrooms Total: 2

    Property History for 490 Watkins Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 21, 2026

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    		$765,000—
    Jul 18, 2026

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    		—
    Jul 13, 2026

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    		$749,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/21/2026

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    $765,000
    07/18/2026

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    —
    07/13/2026

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5099747

    $749,000

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

    Public Records for 490 Watkins Road

    Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
    Tax Record2025$6,432 ($536 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtStories2Lot Size574,992 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated1995ZoningR1CountyCHITTENDENAPN(048) 16-0200100000000

    Schools near 490 Watkins Road

    This home is within Colchester School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Union Memorial School
    		Public - PK to 2
    Malletts Bay School
    		Public - 3 to 5
    Colchester Middle School
    		Public - 6 to 8
    Colchester High School
    		Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Union Memorial School
    PublicPK to 2

    Malletts Bay School
    Public3 to 5

    Colchester Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Colchester High School
    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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