$600,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2026

289 Mount Independence Rd Orwell, VT 05760

Orwell Area
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,512 Sq Ft
10.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 12, 2026

$239 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • Orwell Village School Rated 9+
  • 10.5 Acre Lot
  • Hearth Room

About This Home

As of June 2026

Imagine a home where you can enjoy lovely views of the lake, while also having plenty of open space—10.5 acres—for horses or other animals. This well-cared-for farmhouse offers just that! Set well back from the road, the home welcomes you with a charming wrap-around porch, the perfect place to sit and take in the scenery. Inside, the layout allows for convenient one-level living, with a bedroom, full bath, and laundry all located on the main floor. Natural light and hardwood floors flow throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. It opens to a dining/sitting area made cozy by a gas fireplace, with a door leading to the back patio—another ideal spot to relax. The spacious living room is surrounded by windows, bringing the views right inside. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms and another full bath. The basement provides ample storage, plus a finished room that’s perfect for a home gym, game room, or studio. An attached two-car garage connects to the home through the mudroom for everyday convenience. The handsome barn is a standout, offering a workshop on one side and stalls with a tack room on the other—perfect for current or future animals. The second level provides even more storage. Nearby, you have Plunder Bay Marina for your boat, or wander through East Creek Wildlife Area. So much to enjoy both at home and in the surrounding area!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Peluso

IPJ Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 802-349-8695 License #081.0073943 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Erika Pierce

Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #082.0135005

Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,977

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 10.5 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Open Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned Rural Residential 1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Woodwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Natural Light
  • Blinds
  • Mud Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Hearth Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Full Bathroom
  • Hard or Low Nap Flooring

Outdoor Features

  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Orwell Village Elementary School

Farming

  • Barn
  • Horse Farm

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Dehumidifier
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Drilled Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,977

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

10.5 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From downtown Middlebury, head South on Rte 30. Continue, then turn right onto Rte 74 West. Follow Rte 74 into Orwell (about 6 miles) to a flashing light. Turn right onto Route 73 West and bear Left onto Mt Indepence Rd. Continue for 2.8 miles. Property is on the Right. Look for IPJ sign.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Display On Internet: DSL
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Horse/Animal Farm, Lake View, Mountain View, Open Lot, Views, Water View
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: Cell: 802-349-8695
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2160.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, 1st Floor Laundry, Hard Surface Flooring
  • Reso Interior Features: Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Mudroom
  • Room_10_Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room_2_Type: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room_4_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_7_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_9_Type: Bathroom Full
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Water_Body_Type: Lake
  • Water_View: Yes
  • Suitable_Use: Agriculture,Residential
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Total_Finished_Area: 2512
  • Total_Area: 3588
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 0
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 1076
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Concrete, Exterior Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Walkout
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Standby Generator, Window AC
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 352.0

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Partial Fence, Garden, Covered Porch, Shed
  • Roof: Metal, Architectural Shingle
  • Water Body Name: Lake Champlain
  • Construction Type: Clapboard, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Barn, Driveway, Garage

Utilities

  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, On-Site Septic Exists
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Gas Stove
  • Cooling: Other
  • Utilities: Phone Connected
  • Water Source: Drilled Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Orwell Village School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Zoning: Rural Residential 1
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 457380.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5976.83

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2025
Closed on
Jun 12, 2026
Sold by
Madigan Eugene and Madigan Donna
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sarah Peluso
IPJ Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Erika Pierce
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-7.55%
Views
103

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.10%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2025
Closed on
Jun 1, 2026
Sold by
Madigan Donna
Bought by
Madigan Eugene and Madigan Donna
Seller's Agent
Sarah Peluso
IPJ Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Erika Pierce
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-7.55%
Views
103

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2018
Sold by
Estate Of Lynn H Bertrand
Bought by
Madigan Donna

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2017
Sold by
Madigan Donna
Bought by
Madigan Donna and Madigan Eugene

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2011
Sold by
Bertrand Raymond and Bertrand Jeanine B
Bought by
Madigan Donna
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $600,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $154,275 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/12/2026 06/12/26 Sold $600,000 -3.1% $239 / Sq Ft
10/23/2025 10/23/25 Price Changed $619,000 -4.6% $246 / Sq Ft
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $649,000 -- $258 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $4,053 $434,900 $71,400 $363,500
2024 -- $434,900 $71,400 $363,500
2023 -- $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2022 $6,034 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2021 $6,467 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2020 $6,184 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2019 $0 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2018 $6,885 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2017 $5,803 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2016 $5,803 $332,700 $51,800 $280,900
2015 -- $3,327 $0 $0
2014 -- $3,327 $0 $0
2013 -- $3,327 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5060877

PrimeMLS

APN: 459-145-10079

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