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Last Sold Price
4 beds3,179 sqft
5072 Vermont Rte 7a,Ā Shaftsbury, VTĀ 05262
Single FamilyProperty Type
10.02 acresLot Size
1847Year Built
$159/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Spectacular Estate of Judge Nathan Bottum, Circa 1847 Greek Revival home & massive 3 story Post & Beam barn on 10+ acres of rolling pasture. This meticulously maintained property offers an income producing home retail shop and large Apt/Airbnb OR may creatively accommodate several additional bedrooms! Green pastures straddle the Clear Brook, feeding 2 ponds. Historically famed but without the restrictions, the handsome architecture has a spacious circular floor plan: from the foyer north, a formal...Spectacular Estate of Judge Nathan Bottum, Circa 1847 Greek Revival home & massive 3 story Post & Beam barn on 10+ acres of rolling pasture. This meticulously maintained property offers an income producing home retail shop and large Apt/Airbnb OR may creatively accommodate several additional bedrooms! Green pastures straddle the Clear Brook, feeding 2 ponds. Historically famed but without the restrictions, the handsome architecture has a spacious circular floor plan: from the foyer north, a formal living room opens to the dining room, a swinging door welcomes you to an eat-in kitchen, laundry, and private south-facing screened porch w/deck surrounded by lilacs, hydrangea and apple trees with views of the Green Mt’s. Stunning wide plank floors flow thru the entire home. Off the family room; the south wing offers a 2nd westerly sitting porch, convenient office and a lovely large bedroom suite w/vintage marble sink. Stairs to a private second level bedroom w/beautiful stained glass. An abundance of storage is welcome throughout the house. The huge second floor is accessed from a private hall foyer, to the wonderful sundrenched wide-floor board two BR apt OR is easily converted to multiple bedrooms/nursery/offices. Downstairs, the large kitchen offers a garage w/hallway to a handyman's dream workshop. Two fabulous P&B attics including a studio/2nd office. Breathtaking mountain views w/ gardens. View the creative virtual layouts/edits included w/video of all seasons.

    Sold By Deerfield Valley Real Estate

    • Listed by: Brenda Jones • KW Vermont - Brenda Jones Real Estate Group
    Listing closed: 03/11/2022 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4878557

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $540,000

    Avg days on market

    45

    Sale-to-list ratio

    92.8%

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    Principal and Interest

    $2,604

    Property Taxes

    $551

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    Property Information for 5072 Vermont Rte 7a

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,606 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • Parking: Garage, Off Street
    • Zoning: RR
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1847
    • Lot Size: 10.02 AC / 436,471 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Shaftsbury
    • County: VT-Bennington
    • Latitude: 43.003404230918413
    • Longitude: -73.195603609786986
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: VT
    • Zip: 05262
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 573-180-10211
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $6,606.20
    • Tax Year: 2020
    • Taxes TBD: Yes
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 6.00
    • Driveway: Circular, Gravel
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    Lot Information
    • Lot - Sqft: 436471.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 10.02
    • Road Frontage Length: 851.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3179.0
    • 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: 4219.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3179.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 1040.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Foundation: Fieldstone, Stone
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1847
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: GMP
    • Cable Company: Comcast
    • Fuel Company: Greene's Oil
    • Electric: 100 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Septic
    • Utilities: Cable - Available, Gas - LP/Bottle, High Speed Intrnt -Avail, Telephone Available
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: White
    • Features - Exterior: Barn, Deck, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Windows - Storm
    • Roads: Paved, Public
    • Roof: Membrane, Slate
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Mini Fridge, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stove - Gas
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Interior
    • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Full, Stairs - Exterior, Stairs - Interior, Unfinished, Interior Access, Exterior Access
    • Baths - Total: 3
    • Baths - Full: 3
    • Half Baths: 0
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 0
    • Rooms - Total: 14
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bedroom, Level 1: Office/Study, Level 1: Workshop
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 2: Living Room, Level 2: Studio
    • Bedrooms - Total: 4
    • Equipment: Window AC
    • Features - Interior: Attic, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Lead/Stain Glass, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Walk-in Closet, Laundry - 1st Floor
    • Flooring: Softwood, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
    • Heat Fuel: Oil
    • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Multi Zone, Radiator
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 2.5
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 14' x 18'7"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 13'9" x 13'9"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 15'8" x 15'5"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 10' x 9'4"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Foyer
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 20'11" x 16'2"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: 7'4" x 5'6"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 15'6" x 15'6"
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 15' 6" x 9'3"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: 15'5" x 15'8"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 10
    • Room Dimensions: 9' x 11'6"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 11
    • Room Dimensions: 10' x 12'4"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 12
    • Room Dimensions: 12'4" x 9'1"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
    Room 13
    • Room Dimensions: 10' x 13'1"
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Studio
    Room 14
    • Room Dimensions: 17' x 10'
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Workshop

    Property History for 5072 Vermont Rte 7a

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Mar 11, 2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1486812206

    $504,000—
    Mar 11, 2022

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4878557

    $504,000—
    Oct 13, 2021

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #4878557

    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/11/2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1486812206

    $504,000
    03/11/2022

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4878557

    $504,000
    10/13/2021

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #4878557

    —

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    Public Records for 5072 Vermont Rte 7a

    Taxable ValueLand$125,000Additions$210,800Total$335,800
    Tax Record2025$4,569 ($381 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,179 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,179 SqFtLot Size435,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1847Year Renovated1847CountyBENNINGTONAPN(180)020144

    Schools near 5072 Vermont Rte 7a

    This home is within Mount Anthony Union High School District #14.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 6
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - PK to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Shaftsbury Elementary School
    PublicPK to 6

    Mt. Anthony Union Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14
    Public9 to 12

    Molly Stark School
    PublicPK to 5

    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

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 5072 Vermont Rte 7a, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
    $504,000
    4
    3,179
    436,471
    $69,760
    2
    825
    21,780
    $77,000
    3
    984
    11,325
    $108,000
    3
    2,241
    47,916
    $148,500
    4
    2,021
    66,646
    $178,500
    4
    2,400
    155,073

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