NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1838 Brown Schoolhouse Rd Reading, VT 05062

Estimated Value: $181,000 - $205,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,248 Sq Ft
$151/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 8, 2025

Last sale price $185,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,197 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • A-Frame Home
  • Wooded Lot
  • 5.5 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of August 2025

Escape to the tranquility of this charming off-grid A-frame cabin nestled on 5.5 acres of wooded privacy. Tucked away on a quiet town-maintained road, this unique retreat offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility. Beyond the new kitchen and updated bathroom, you’ll find upgraded electrical, propane wall units for heat, and a drilled well for modern comfort in an off-grid setting. Enjoy peaceful mornings and starry nights from the decks on both the front and back of the home. Whether you’re seeking a weekend getaway or a full-time home, this rustic gem invites you to unwind and remember what peace and quiet feels like.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chelsea Bevis

KW Vermont Woodstock Brokerage Phone: 802-359-3583 License #082.0134326 Listed on: 06/26/2025

KW Vermont Woodstock

Last Buyer's Agent

Gail Childs

Covered Bridge RE License #081.0004154

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,608

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 5.5 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned Rural residential

Parking

  • Dirt Driveway

Home Design

  • A-Frame Home
  • Cabin
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Plywood Siding Panel T1-11

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.25 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Natural Light
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Freezer

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Drilled Well
  • Private Sewer
  • Internet Available
  • Satellite Dish

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,608

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

5.5 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Rte 106 North to Reading. Turn onto Tyson Road, go 3.4 miles, turn right onto Bartley Road by the stone church. Bring a water bottle with you and fill up there at the Church. Turn left onto Brown Schoolhouse Road for 1.8 miles, house on your right.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Display On Internet: Satellite Internet
  • Architectural Style: A Frame, Cabin
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Level, Pond Site, Sloping, Wooded, Rural
  • Road Frontage Type: Dead End, Dirt, Public, Public Maintained Road
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: Cell: 802-359-3583
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1248.0
  • Reso Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), LED Lighting, Natural Light, Skylight, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Unit Levels: 1.25
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Freezer, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl Plank
  • Other Equipment: Portable Generator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Dirt
  • Exterior Features: Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, T-111, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Post/Piers

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Heating: Propane
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Satellite
  • Water Source: Drilled Well

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: Rural residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 239580.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2608.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2025
Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Schaefer Stephen and Schaefer Joani
Bought by
Burfeindt John
Seller's Agent
Chelsea Bevis
KW Vermont Woodstock
Buyer's Agent
Gail Childs
Covered Bridge RE
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
$188,910

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,910
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2023
Sold by
Schaefer Stephen
Bought by
Schaefer Stephen and Pederson Joani

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2016
Closed on
Apr 2, 2021
Sold by
Haviland Carol B and Haviland Howard D
Bought by
Mcconnell Lawrence C and Schaefer Stephen
Seller's Agent
Gale Alger
Buyer's Agent
Chelsea Bevis
KW Vermont Woodstock
List Price
$89,000
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-4.49%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.95%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Burfeindt John $185,000 --
Schaefer Stephen -- --
Schaefer Stephen -- --
Mcconnell Lawrence C $85,000 --
Mcconnell Lawrence C $85,000 --
Mcconnell Lawrence C $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $185,000 0.0% $148 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $185,000 +117.6% $148 / Sq Ft
04/02/2021 04/02/21 Sold $85,000 -4.5% $100 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/12/2021 03/12/21 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2021 01/06/21 For Sale $89,000 +4.7% $105 / Sq Ft
01/01/2021 01/01/21 Off Market $85,000 -- --
12/04/2020 12/04/20 For Sale $89,000 +4.7% $105 / Sq Ft
12/03/2020 12/03/20 Off Market $85,000 -- --
11/23/2020 11/23/20 For Sale $89,000 0.0% $105 / Sq Ft
10/26/2020 10/26/20 Pending -- -- --
01/27/2020 01/27/20 Price Changed $89,000 -6.3% $105 / Sq Ft
09/05/2019 09/05/19 For Sale $95,000 +11.8% $112 / Sq Ft
02/02/2019 02/02/19 Off Market $85,000 -- --
11/04/2018 11/04/18 For Sale $95,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
11/04/2018 11/04/18 Price Changed $95,000 +11.8% $112 / Sq Ft
08/08/2018 08/08/18 Off Market $85,000 -- --
05/09/2018 05/09/18 For Sale $99,000 +16.5% $116 / Sq Ft
05/01/2018 05/01/18 Off Market $85,000 -- --
10/21/2017 10/21/17 For Sale $99,000 0.0% $116 / Sq Ft
10/21/2017 10/21/17 Price Changed $99,000 +16.5% $116 / Sq Ft
10/01/2017 10/01/17 Off Market $85,000 -- --
12/04/2016 12/04/16 For Sale $109,500 -- $129 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

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 $2,267 $121,600 $33,400 $88,200
2023 $1,546 $83,900 $32,900 $51,000
2022 $1,722 $83,900 $32,900 $51,000
2021 $1,671 $82,900 $32,900 $50,000
2020 $1,702 $82,900 $32,900 $50,000
2019 $1,721 $82,900 $32,900 $50,000
2018 $0 $93,500 $36,300 $57,200
2017 $0 $93,500 $36,300 $57,200
2016 $0 $98,600 $36,300 $62,300
2015 -- $986 $0 $0
2014 -- $1,089 $0 $0
2013 -- $1,089 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5048701

PrimeMLS

APN: 510-160-10224

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