Last Sold Price
5 beds3,812 sqft$147/sqft
5206 Vermont Rte 7a, Shaftsbury, VT 05262

Description

Steeped in history, the c. 1763 Elijah Bottum home is one of gracious proportions and original charm. No fewer than 5 fireplaces in addition to the impressive beehive brick oven with copper kettle in the kitchen which is still used today to bake the occasional pizza and to provide heat on wintry days! Wide plank floors and original carved woodwork. Generously sized bedrooms, updated baths. New stainless appliances in the kitchen. Beautiful enclosed porch has brand new windows and woodstove as well...Steeped in history, the c. 1763 Elijah Bottum home is one of gracious proportions and original charm. No fewer than 5 fireplaces in addition to the impressive beehive brick oven with copper kettle in the kitchen which is still used today to bake the occasional pizza and to provide heat on wintry days! Wide plank floors and original carved woodwork. Generously sized bedrooms, updated baths. New stainless appliances in the kitchen. Beautiful enclosed porch has brand new windows and woodstove as well as a sauna creating a space to be enjoyed all four seasons; a special place to enjoy your morning coffee or a glass of wine at the end of the day while looking out over the 12.9 acre parcel. Plenty of space for animal husbandry and gardening. A wonderful blend of old and new and a very comfortable home! Current owner has had success with VRBO.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/26/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Vicki Wilson • Maple Leaf Realty

Sold By Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

Status
MLS #
4849917
Days on Market
63
Taxes
$8,859 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1763
Lot Size
12.90 AC / 561,924 SF
Zoning
RR

Location

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Building Information for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

Stories2Year Built1763Building Size-Lot Size12.90 AC / 561,924 SF

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$3,584 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,846

Property Taxes

$738

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Shaftsbury
  • County: VT-Bennington
  • Directions: On the east side of Route 7A just north of the Chocolate Barn and Clearbrook Farm.
  • Latitude: 43.005301007017771
  • Longitude: -73.194516493392939
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Map: 02
  • Zip: 05262
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 573-180-11725
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $8,858.75
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
  • School - District: Southwest Vermont
  • School - Elementary: Shaftsbury Elem. School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Circular, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 01
  • Lot: 45
  • Lot - Sqft: 561924.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 12.9
  • Road Frontage Length: 1015.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3812.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 5284.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3812.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 1472.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Foundation: Fieldstone
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1763
Utilities
  • Electric Company: GMP
  • Cable Company: Comcast
  • Fuel Company: Miles Lumber
  • Electric: 200 Amp, 220 Plug, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Private, Septic
  • Utilities: Cable - Available, High Speed Intrnt -Avail, Internet - Cable, Telephone Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Features - Exterior: Garden Space, Natural Shade, Windows - Storm, Porch - Heated
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Baths - Total: 4
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 2
  • Rooms - Total: 10
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Master Bedroom, Level 1: Sunroom
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
  • Bedrooms - Total: 5
  • Equipment: Stove-Wood
  • Features - Interior: Attic, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Sauna, Skylight, Wood Stove Hook-up, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood
  • Heating: Radiator, Stove - Wood
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 22' 8" x 17'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 16' 11" x 11' 6"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 27' 8" x 16' 2"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 16' 8" x 14' 3"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 16' 10" x 14' 8"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 25' x 16'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 17' 5" x 14' 10"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 17' 5" x 15'
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 17' x 11' 9"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 17' x 11' 7"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 26, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1469268520

$559,900

+2.1% / yr

Jul 26, 2021

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4849917

$559,900
Jun 18, 2021

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4849917

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/26/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1469268520

$559,900

+2.1% / yr

07/26/2021

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4849917

$559,900
06/18/2021

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4849917

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

Public Records for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

Taxable ValueLand$117,300Additions$333,000Total$450,300
Tax Record2024$10,672 ($889 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtLot Size561,924 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1763CountyBENNINGTONAPN(180)020145Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5206 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: 5206 Vermont Rte 7a, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
$559,900
5
3,812
561,924
$490,000
3
3,128
172,062
3
2
1,916
187,308
24,829
$39,900
257,440
3
3
1,592
274,428

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