498 Taconic Road

Closed 10/8/24
Closed 10/8/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$609,500
2 beds1,063 sqft$573/sqft
498 Taconic Rd, Manchester, VT 05254
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.49 acresLot Size
1850Year Built
$573/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Charming 1850 Cottage on Taconic Road. Step back in time with this enchanting 1850 cottage, perfectly nestled on 0.49 acres in the coveted Taconic Road location. This delightful home offers 2 cozy bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, ideal for comfortable living. The open living and dining area exudes warmth and charm, featuring hardwood floors on the main level. The country kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting an island and a butler's pantry, perfect for all your culinary adventures. Enjoy the serenity of...Charming 1850 Cottage on Taconic Road. Step back in time with this enchanting 1850 cottage, perfectly nestled on 0.49 acres in the coveted Taconic Road location. This delightful home offers 2 cozy bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, ideal for comfortable living. The open living and dining area exudes warmth and charm, featuring hardwood floors on the main level. The country kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting an island and a butler's pantry, perfect for all your culinary adventures. Enjoy the serenity of the enclosed porch, or step outside to the stunning blue stone patio, surrounded by mature gardens that provide a private oasis. The property also includes a one-car detached garage for your convenience. Nature enthusiasts will love the proximity to Equinox Preserve trails and the nearby pond, offering endless outdoor activities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of history in a prime location. More photos to come …

    Sold By Wohler Realty Group

    • Listed by: Carol O'Connor • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
    Listing closed: 10/08/2024 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5007044

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    Avg days on market

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    Sale-to-list ratio

    102.0%

    Manchester, VT

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    Property Information for 498 Taconic Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,817 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Bennington County
    • Parking: Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Unpaved, Detached
    • Zoning: Village Residential
    Building Information
    • Stories: 1
    • Year Built: 1850
    • Lot Size: 0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Manchester
    • County: VT-Bennington
    • Directions: Corner of Taconic Road and Prospect Street. See sign.
    • Latitude: 43.158042694563832
    • Longitude: -73.082136000000020
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: Unknown
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Map: 40
    • Zip Code: 05254
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 375-116-10524
    • Tax Year: 2024
    • Tax Year Notes: Town Only
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Choice
    • School - District: Taconic and Green Regional
    • School - Elementary: Manchester Elem/Middle School
    • School - Middle/Jr: Manchester Elementary& Middle
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 1.00
    • Driveway: Circular, Crushed Stone
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Block: 50
    • Lot: 69.0
    • Lot - Sqft: 21344.0
    • Lot Features: Corner, Country Setting, Landscaped, Sloping, Stream, Trail/Near Trail
    • Lot Size Acres: 0.49
    • Road Frontage Length: 177.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1063.0
    • 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: 2638.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1063.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 1575.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Foundation: Stone
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Resort: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1850
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: Green Mountain Power
    • Cable Company: Comcast
    • Fuel Company: Miles
    • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Water Source: Public
    • Utilities: Phone, Cable
    • Internet: High Speed Intrnt -AtSite, Internet - Cable
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: White
    • Construction Materials: Clapboard Exterior
    • Exposure: East, South
    • Features - Exterior: Garden Space, Patio, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened
    • Roads: Paved, Public
    • Roof: Slate
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Interior
    • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Crawl Space, Insulated, Partial, Stairs - Interior, Unfinished, Interior Access, Stairs - Basement
    • Baths - Total: 2
    • Baths - Full: 0
    • Half Baths: 1
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 1
    • Rooms - Total: 5
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living/Dining
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
    • Bedrooms - Total: 2
    • Features - Interior: Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Vinyl
    • Heat Fuel: Oil
    • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 1.5
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living/Dining
    Room 2
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 3
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 4
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom

    Property History for 498 Taconic Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 8, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1542406902

    		$609,500—
    Oct 8, 2024

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5007044

    		$609,500—
    Aug 2, 2024

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5007044

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/08/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1542406902

    $609,500
    10/08/2024

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5007044

    $609,500
    08/02/2024

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5007044

    —

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

    Public Records for 498 Taconic Road

    Taxable ValueLand$254,100Additions$169,700Total$423,800
    Tax Record2025$5,462 ($455 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,063 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,063 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850Year Renovated1850CountyBENNINGTONAPN(116)1255

    Schools near 498 Taconic Road

    This home is within Taconic and Green Regional School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Manchester Elementary/Middle School
    		Public - PK to 8
    Burr & Burton Academy
    		Private - 9 to 12
    Manchester Village School
    		Private - 3 to 10
    Maple Street School
    		Private - K to 8
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Manchester Elementary/Middle School
    PublicPK to 8

    Burr & Burton Academy
    Private9 to 12

    Manchester Village School
    Private3 to 10

    Maple Street School
    PrivateK to 8

    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: 498 Taconic Road, Manchester, VT 05254
    $609,500
    2
    1,063
    21,344
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    4
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    19,602
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    91,476
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