$547,500
SOLD OCT 22, 2025

4003 River Rd New Haven, VT 05472

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft
3.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$277 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Solar Power System
  • Deck
  • River Front
  • 3.4 Acre Lot
  • Hearth Room

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to a truly magical slice of Vermont, where timeless charm meets modern living in this beautifully updated, contractor-owned post & beam farmhouse. Full of character—from exposed beams to too many thoughtful upgrades to count—this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is a rare blend of historic soul and today’s comforts. At the heart of the home is a fully renovated 2025 kitchen with quartz countertops, pot filler, new appliances, and a generous center island with wood countertop. Just off the kitchen, the first-floor primary suite offers easy living with a walk-in closet and full bathroom newly remodeled in 2025. The cozy living room invites quiet nights and flows to a serene back deck with retractable awning, overlooking a fenced yard perfect for gardening, pets, or play. Upstairs, discover two light-filled bedrooms and a loft-style en-suite with an updated 3⁄4 bath, offering a retreat-like feel. Step outside and the magic continues—across the street, your own swimmable stretch of river is ideal for fly fishing, tubing, and summer evenings around the firepit with s’mores under the stars. Just 7 minutes from the vibrant town of Bristol—and only 10 minutes to Middlebury, 35 to Shelburne, and 42 to Williston—this location offers the perfect mix of peaceful privacy and convenience. The property also features a owned solar panels, a detached two-car garage with a workshop, walking trail, outdoor shower, & beautiful landscaping. This is a truly special retreat where every season shines!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Harrington

Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Brokerage Phone: 802-863-1500 License #082.0006900 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

Last Buyer's Agent

Levi Doria

IPJ Real Estate License #082.0134698

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,143

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 3.4 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Post and Beam
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Natural Light
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Water Views
  • Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • No Access to Attic

Kitchen

  • Hearth Room
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Pot Filler

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Full Bathroom
  • Roll-in Shower
  • Hard or Low Nap Flooring

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green Energy Fireplace or Wood Stove
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Water Access Across The Street
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Beeman Elementary School
  • Mount Abraham Union Mid/High Middle School
  • Mount Abraham Uhsd 28 High School

Utilities

  • Dehumidifier
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Drilled Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Septic Tank
  • Leach Field
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,143

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Resort: No
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail
  • Architectural Style: Historic Vintage
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, River Frontage, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Paths
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public, Public Maintained Road
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: Off: 802-863-1500
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1980.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Bathroom w/Step-in Shower, Bathroom w/Tub, Hard Surface Flooring, Paved Parking, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Reso Interior Features: Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Draperies, Hearth, Laundry Hook-ups, Natural Light, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Programmable Thermostat, No Access to Attic, Pot Filler
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • 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: Kitchen/Dining
  • Room_4_Type: Laundry Room
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_7_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_8_Type: Utility Room
  • Room_9_Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Water_Body_Access: Yes
  • Water_Body_Type: River
  • Water_View: Yes
  • Water_Access_Details: Cross a Street to Access
  • Suitable_Use: Residential
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Owned Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Basement Stairs
  • Other Equipment: CO Detector, Dehumidifier, Battery Smoke Detector
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Full Fence, Covered Porch, Shed, Storage
  • Roof: Metal, Asphalt Shingle
  • Easements: No
  • Water Body Name: New Haven River
  • Construction Type: Post and Beam, Wood Siding
  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Block, Poured Concrete, Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Access, Storage Above, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Site, Paved, Covered, Detached

Utilities

  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field, Leach Field On-Site, On-Site Septic Exists
  • Heating: Propane, Oil, Forced Air, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Drilled Well, Purifier/Soft

Schools

  • Elementary School: Beeman Elementary School
  • High School: Mount Abraham UHSD 28
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mount Abraham Union Mid/High

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.4
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 148104.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4142.94

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2025
Closed on
Oct 22, 2025
Sold by
Mertz Samantha and Mertz Dale
Bought by
Curtis Eliza and Worsman Richard P
Seller's Agent
Sarah Harrington
Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
Buyer's Agent
Levi Doria
IPJ Real Estate
List Price
$565,000
Sold Price
$547,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-3.1%
Views
71
Current Estimated Value
$542,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,991
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.82%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2022
Closed on
Jun 22, 2022
Sold by
Kennelly Daniel and Kennelly Patricia
Bought by
Mertz Dale J and Mertz Samantha
Seller's Agent
Amey Ryan
IPJ Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Elise Polli
Polli Properties
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$389,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.77%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $547,500 --
Deed $389,000 --
Deed $389,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Sold $547,500 -3.1% $277 / Sq Ft
08/30/2025 08/30/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $565,000 +45.2% $285 / Sq Ft
06/22/2022 06/22/22 Sold $389,000 0.0% $196 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/10/2022 05/10/22 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2022 05/08/22 For Sale $389,000 -- $196 / 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 $4,238 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2023 $3,891 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2022 $3,835 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2021 $3,940 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2020 $4,187 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2019 $0 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2018 $3,454 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2017 $3,531 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2016 $3,531 $183,300 $69,200 $114,100
2015 -- $1,833 $0 $0
2014 -- $1,833 $0 $0
2013 -- $1,833 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5054135

PrimeMLS

APN: 432-135-11367

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