71 Bessett Road

Closed 10/10/19
Closed 10/10/19
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Last Sold Price
$260,000
3 beds1,915 sqft$136/sqft
71 Bessett Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454

Description

This beautiful classic chalet style home is situated close to all conveniences yet feels like it’s in the middle of the countryside. With a beautiful wraparound deck, establish landscaping, beautiful trees and large lawn you will not be disappointed. The large living room is full of natural sunlight with the vaulted ceiling‘s, hardwood floors and custom media wall. The kitchen includes plenty of cabinet space, granite floors, a bar and custom built in Hutch which also allows access to the 3 season...This beautiful classic chalet style home is situated close to all conveniences yet feels like it’s in the middle of the countryside. With a beautiful wraparound deck, establish landscaping, beautiful trees and large lawn you will not be disappointed. The large living room is full of natural sunlight with the vaulted ceiling‘s, hardwood floors and custom media wall. The kitchen includes plenty of cabinet space, granite floors, a bar and custom built in Hutch which also allows access to the 3 season room with seasonal Adirondack views. With 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, walk out family room, laundry room and attached 2 car garage this home will not disappoint!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Stacie M. Callan • CENTURY 21 MRC

Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

Property Details for 71 Bessett Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
4771802
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$4,174 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1972
Lot Size
1.62 AC / 70,567 SF
County
Franklin County
Zoning
Residential
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Building Information for 71 Bessett Road

Stories1Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size1.62 AC / 70,567 SF

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Property Information for 71 Bessett Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Rural
  • City: Fairfax
  • County: VT-Franklin
  • Directions: From I-89 exit 19, left on Rte 104, left on Bessette Rd, property will be on your right, watch for sign.
  • Latitude: 44.761898585347673
  • Longitude: -73.054283288360580
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip: 05454
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 210-068-10150
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $4,174.00
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: BFA Fairfax High School
  • School - District: Fairfax School District
  • School - Elementary: Fairfax Elementary School
  • School - Middle/Jr: BFA/Fairfax Middle School
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot - Sqft: 70567.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.62
  • Road Frontage Length: 240.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1344.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 571.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 2688.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1915.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 773.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1972
Utilities
  • Electric: 150 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Leach Field, On-Site Septic Exists
  • Utilities: Other
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Wood
  • Features - Exterior: Deck, Garden Space, Porch - Enclosed
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Partially Finished, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space, Interior Access, Exterior Access
  • Baths - Total: 2
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 0
  • Rooms - Total: 10
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - Full, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Porch
  • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bath - 1/2, Level B: Family Room
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Equipment: Dehumidifier, Smoke Detector
  • Features - Interior: Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplaces - 1, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Heat Fuel: Gas - LP/Bottle, Oil
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5x11.7
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 15.3x11.7
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 20x15.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13.3x12.75
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13.3x10.75
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10.75x9.4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12.9x6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bath - Full
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5x11
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Porch
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 26x14.4
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 19x11
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bath - 1/2
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rented: No

Property History for 71 Bessett Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #654829955

$260,000—
Oct 10, 2019

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4771802

$260,000—
Aug 23, 2019

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4771802

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #654829955

$260,000
10/10/2019

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4771802

$260,000
08/23/2019

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4771802

—

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

Public Records for 71 Bessett Road

Taxable ValueLand$78,300Additions$212,200Total$290,500
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size70,567 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyFRANKLINAPN(068) BS0071

Schools near 71 Bessett Road

This home is within Fairfax School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
BFA Elementary/Middle School
Public - PK to 6
BFA High School - Fairfax
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
BFA Elementary/Middle School
PublicPK to 6

BFA High School - Fairfax
Public7 to 12

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: 71 Bessett Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
$260,000
3
1,915
70,567
132 Snowcrest Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
$99,702
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–
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55,321
83 Bessett Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
–
–
–
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174,240
80 Bessett Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
–
–
–
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1,413,522
59 Bessett Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
$267,500
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182,516
130 Snowcrest Road, Fairfax, VT 05454
$168,000
3
1,008
51,836

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