71 Bessett Road

Closed 10/10/19
Closed 10/10/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$260,000
3 beds1,915 sqft$136/sqft
71 Bessett Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.62 acresLot Size
1972Year Built
$136/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

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!

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

    • Listed by: Stacie M. Callan • CENTURY 21 MRC
    Listing closed: 10/10/2019 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4771802

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    Avg days on market

    29

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.2%

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    Property Information for 71 Bessett Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $4,174 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Franklin County
    • Zoning: Residential
    Building Information
    • Stories: 1
    • Year Built: 1972
    • Lot Size: 1.62 AC / 70,567 SF
    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
    • 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
    Tax Record2025$3,729 ($311 / month)
    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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    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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