5206 Vermont Rte 7a

Closed 7/26/21
Closed 7/26/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$559,900
5 beds3,812 sqft$147/sqft
5206 Vermont Rte 7a, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
Single FamilyProperty Type
12.9 acresLot Size
1763Year Built
$147/sq ftPrice per sq ft

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.

    Sold By Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.

    • Listed by: Vicki Wilson • Maple Leaf Realty
    Listing closed: 07/26/2021 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4849917

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    Sale-to-list ratio

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    Property Information for 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $8,859 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Bennington County
    • Zoning: RR
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1763
    • Lot Size: 12.90 AC / 561,924 SF
    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
    • 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 Record2025$6,127 ($511 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds6Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,412 SqFtLot Size561,924 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1763Year Renovated1763CountyBENNINGTONAPN(180)020145

    Schools near 5206 Vermont Rte 7a

    This home is within Mount Anthony Union High School District #14.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Shaftsbury Elementary School
    		Public - PK to 6
    Mt. Anthony Union Middle School
    		Public - 6 to 8
    Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14
    		Public - 9 to 12
    Molly Stark School
    		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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