$529,900

162 Maquam Shore Rd Swanton, VT 05488

Estimated payment $3,473/month

Total Views 646
2 Beds
1 Bath
968 Sq Ft
$547 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Lake Front
  • Beach Access
  • Boathouse
  • Private Dock
  • Lake, Pond or Stream

About This Home

Welcome to this peaceful lakeside retreat. This 2 bedroom with loft cottage has been completely transformed, step inside and enjoy lakeside views from every angle. The cozy living room features a custom wood ceiling, a propane fireplace with a tiled surround, and a rustic barn board mantel. An open floor plan fills the home with natural light, while the spacious dining area easily accommodates gatherings perfect for meals or board games on rainy days. The updated kitchen is a true showpiece, boasting a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling, modern lighting, new cabinetry, solid surface countertops, a deep porcelain farmhouse sink, herringbone tile backsplash, open farmhouse shelving, and a custom-built coffee bar with abundant storage. The bathroom offers a spa-like experience with a walk-in tiled shower and rainfall showerhead, complemented by a custom vanity and vessel sink. Two comfortable bedrooms are located on the first floor, with a newly added sleeping loft upstairs, allowing the home to comfortably sleep 8–10 guests. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout for durability and style. With three heat sources, this retreat is perfect for year-round enjoyment, whether summer days on the lake or cozy winter nights by the fire. Outside you have a great lawn space for entertaining or watching sunsets and sunrises as well as beach access for boating and kayaking. Cottage has a successful rental history, or enjoy it all yourself! Showings begin 09/13.

Listing Agent

Rich Gardner

RE/MAX North Professionals License #082.0007959 Listed on: 09/04/2025

RE/MAX North Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,306

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Property is zoned Shoreland Recreation

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Membrane Roofing

Interior Spaces

  • 968 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.25 Levels
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Natural Light
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Lake Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Farmhouse Sink

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Bathroom

Parking

  • Stone Driveway
  • Unpaved Parking
  • On-Site Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Hard or Low Nap Flooring

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Access To Lake
  • Nearby Water Access
  • Boathouse
  • Private Dock
  • Lake, Pond or Stream

Schools

  • Swanton Elementary School
  • Missisquoi Valley Union JSHS Middle School
  • Missisquoi Valley Uhsd #7 High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,306

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: From I-89 take Exit 20 to VT-207 toward St Albans/US-7; turn right onto US-7 N; left onto Comstock Road; right onto County Road; left onto Janes Road; right onto Maquam Shore Road/VT-36; cottage is on your left.
  • Resort: No
  • Seasonal: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Display On Internet: Cable Internet
  • Architectural Style: Cottage/Camp
  • ResoLotFeatures: Beach Access, Lake Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Recreational, Water View, Waterfront
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public, Public Maintained Road
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 968.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Hard Surface Flooring, One-Level Home
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Natural Light, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Unit Levels: 1.25
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Living Room
  • Room_2_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_4_Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room_7_Type: Loft
  • Water_Body_Access: Yes
  • Water_Body_Type: Lake
  • Water_View: Yes
  • Water_Access_Details: Beach Access, Directly Adjoining
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Propane Water Heater, On Demand Water Heater, Owned Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: None
  • Other Equipment: Smoke Detector
  • Basement YN: No
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Features: Boat House, Dog Fence, Private Dock, Beach Access
  • Roof: Membrane, Shingle
  • Easements: Unknown
  • Water Body Name: Lake Champlain
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Vinyl
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Post/Piers

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Site, Unpaved

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Concrete, On-Site Septic Exists, Septic Tank
  • Heating: Propane, Electric, Heat Pump, Wall Units
  • Cooling: Mini Split
  • Utilities: Cable
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Swanton School
  • High School: Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
  • Middle Or Junior School: Missisquoi Valley Union Jshs

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: Shoreland Recreation
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12197.0

Rental Info

  • Rented: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7306.4

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,305 $312,600 $247,500 $65,100
2023 $4,323 $312,600 $247,500 $65,100
2022 $3,604 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2021 $3,758 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2020 $3,806 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2019 $3,497 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2018 $3,587 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2017 $3,446 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
2016 $3,337 $215,200 $165,000 $50,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2025 09/04/25 For Sale $529,900 +15.4% $547 / Sq Ft
07/14/2022 07/14/22 Sold $459,000 +2.2% $474 / Sq Ft
06/12/2022 06/12/22 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2022 06/06/22 For Sale $449,000 +133.2% $464 / Sq Ft
07/21/2017 07/21/17 Sold $192,500 0.0% $251 / Sq Ft
07/21/2017 07/21/17 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2017 07/21/17 For Sale $192,500 +0.3% $251 / Sq Ft
04/11/2014 04/11/14 Sold $192,000 -15.2% $240 / Sq Ft
01/09/2014 01/09/14 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2012 04/30/12 For Sale $226,500 -- $283 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
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Source: Public Records

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Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5059801

PrimeMLS

APN: 639-201-11757