5281 Main St

Franklin, VT 05457

$235,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,172 Sq. Ft.
$74 / Sq. Ft.
3,172
Sq. Ft.
$74
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 11/14/23
Closed 11/14/23

Description

Introducing 5281 Main Street, Franklin, VT 05457 – an exceptional opportunity. This 3-unit multi-family presents a smart investment or owner-occupy option. Two cozy 1-bed, 1-bath units grace the first floor, offering ideal living spaces. Ascend to the second floor, where a spacious 3-bed, 1-bath unit awaits, boasting an expansive open floor plan, updated kitchen, hardwood floors, and captivating exposed beams. Beyond the walls, the property unveils a generously sized backyard. Commuters to St. Albans,...Introducing 5281 Main Street, Franklin, VT 05457 – an exceptional opportunity. This 3-unit multi-family presents a smart investment or owner-occupy option. Two cozy 1-bed, 1-bath units grace the first floor, offering ideal living spaces. Ascend to the second floor, where a spacious 3-bed, 1-bath unit awaits, boasting an expansive open floor plan, updated kitchen, hardwood floors, and captivating exposed beams. Beyond the walls, the property unveils a generously sized backyard. Commuters to St. Albans, VT will relish the mere 25-minute drive. Positioned as an affordable gateway to real estate investment, this property assures cash flow and potential portfolio growth. Utility dynamics blend – some paid by tenants, others by the owner, reflecting balance and sustainability. The owner maintains an assumable mortgage (buyer must qualify), at a very low interest rate - rare find! Seize this chance to invest, reside, and prosper. Act quickly and schedule your showing today. This property won't last! Delayed showings start 08/14.
  1. Listed by Flex Realty Group • Flex Realty

Sold By RE/MAX North Professionals

Property Details for 5281 Main Street

Parking
On-Site, Parking Spaces 4, Paved
Zoning
res
LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2023 08:32 PM

Property Details for 5281 Main Street

StatusClosed
MLS #4964766
Days on Market22
Taxes$4,420 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyFranklin County
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Building Information for 5281 Main Street

Stories2Residences3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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$1,183

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5281 Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Franklin
  • County: VT-Franklin
  • Directions: Route 105 East to Route 120, take left and go to the center of Franklin Village. Property is awhite building on the left, just down from the General Store.
  • Latitude: 44.982992177370733
  • Longitude: -72.916533449073739
  • Road Frontage: TBD
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Zip Code: 05457
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 234-075-10316
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $4,420.13
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 1.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot - Sqft: 21780.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Road Frontage Length: 75.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3172.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Assessor
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 4758.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3172.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 1586.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Multi-Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Foundation: Concrete, Stone
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1900
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Vermont Electric Co-op
  • Fuel Company: Blouin Brothers Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field, Private, Septic
  • Utilities: Cable
  • Total Electric Meters: 3
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: White
  • Features - Exterior: Porch - Covered
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Metal, Standing Seam
  • Total Ranges: 3
Interior Features
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Dirt Floor, Full, Unfinished
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Refrigerators: 3
  • Total Rooms Above Ground: 15
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Total Water Heaters: 3
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Total Units: 3
  • Total 1 BR Units: 2
  • Total 2 BR Units: 0
  • Total 3+ BR Units: 1
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit 1 Style: Flat
  • Unit 1 Baths: 1
  • Unit 1 Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit 1 Level Number: 1
  • Unit 1 Status: Vacant
  • Unit 1 Rooms: 3
  • Unit 1 Tenant Pays: Electric, Hot Water, Internet Service, TV Service
  • Unit 1 Info: Appliances Included, Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Heat - Oil, Heat Included, Hot Water, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Unit 2
  • Unit 2 Lease Term: Month to Month
  • Unit 2 Style: Flat
  • Unit 2 Baths: 1
  • Unit 2 Rooms: 3
  • Unit 2 Status: Month to Month
  • Unit 2 Level Number: 1
  • Unit 2 Rental Amt Freq: Monthly
  • Unit 2 Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Rental Amount: $1,000.00
  • Unit 2 Info: Appliances Included, Cooktop - Electric, Electric, Heat Included, Hot Water, Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Unit 2 Tenant Pays: Electric, Hot Water, Internet Service, TV Service
Unit 3
  • Unit 3 Lease Term: Month to Month
  • Unit 3 Baths: 1
  • Unit 3 Rooms: 5
  • Unit 3 Level Number: 2
  • Unit 3 Rental Amt Freq: Monthly
  • Unit 3 Status: Leased
  • Unit 3 Style: Flat
  • Unit 3 Bedrooms: 3
  • Unit 3 Rental Amount: $1,350.00
  • Unit 3 Info: Appliances Included, Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Disposal, Heat Included, Hot Water, Kitchen Island, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer – Gas
  • Unit 3 Tenant Pays: Electric, Hot Water, Internet Service, TV Service
Rental
Rent Information
  • Total Leases: 2

Property History for 5281 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2023

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

$235,000—
Nov 14, 2023

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

—
Sep 1, 2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

—
Aug 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

$250,000—
Aug 30, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1471929145

$195,000—
Aug 30, 2021

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

$195,000—
May 11, 2021

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

—
Jan 5, 2021

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

$198,000—
Sep 9, 2017

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4515678

—
Sep 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4515678

$175,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2023

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

$235,000
11/14/2023

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

—
09/01/2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

—
08/09/2023

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4964766

$250,000
08/30/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1471929145

$195,000
08/30/2021

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

$195,000
05/11/2021

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

—
01/05/2021

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4843179

$198,000
09/09/2017

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4515678

—
09/09/2016

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4515678

$175,000

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

Public Records for 5281 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$27,500Additions$195,300Total$222,800
Tax Record2024$5,263 ($439 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,172 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,172 SqFtLot Size21,780 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingYear Built1900CountyFRANKLINAPN(075) 00848Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5281 Main Street

This home is within Missisquoi Valley School District #89.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Franklin Central School
Public - PK to 6
Missisquoi Valley Uhsd #7
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Franklin Central School
PublicPK to 6

Missisquoi Valley Uhsd #7
Public7 to 12

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