$570,000
SOLD FEB 10, 2025

491 Elm St Montpelier, VT 05602

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,950 Sq Ft
2.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$193 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

96 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • River Front
  • Deck
  • Main Street School Rated A-
  • Solar Power System
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2025

Discover your dream home on 2+ acres of picturesque land, with meadows stretching to the peaceful North Branch River. This contemporary gem offers a perfect mix of serene countryside living just minutes from Montpelier’s vibrant downtown. Inside, a single-level layout is designed for modern comfort and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into a large dining area and a cozy living room featuring a fireplace, wood floors, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. On the opposite end of the home, three bedrooms provide ample privacy, including one with an en suite bathroom and spacious shower. Recent updates like new flooring and fresh exterior paint ensure a move-in-ready experience. The lower level boasts bonus living space, a three-quarter bath, and a large, partially finished rec room, ideal for hobbies or relaxation. French doors lead outside to a deck overlooking the yard, which gently slopes to the riverbank. Enjoy kayaking from your backyard or simply savor the peaceful riverside setting. This energy-efficient sanctuary includes Tesla Solar panels. With proximity to Hubbard Park trails, recreational facilities, and Montpelier’s downtown, this property offers an idyllic retreat with urban convenience. Join us for an open house on Saturday, 10/5, from 10am-1pm

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lucy Ferrada

Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier) Listed on: 10/04/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Robyn Fulton

birch+pine Real Estate Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,407

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Union Elementary School
  • Main Street Middle School
  • Montpelier High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Internet Available
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,407

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Directions: From State St. turn onto Elm St. (VT Rt. 12). House on right past Cummings St.
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Footprint: 20x36,26x31,14x26,10x23
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 193.22
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Remarks Public: Discover your dream home on 2+ acres of picturesque land, with meadows stretching to the peaceful North Branch River. This contemporary gem offers a perfect mix of serene countryside living just minutes from Montpelier’s vibrant downtown. Inside, a single-level layout is designed for modern comfort and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into a large dining area and a cozy living room featuring a fireplace, wood floors, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. On the opposite end of the home, three bedrooms provide ample privacy, including one with an en suite bathroom and spacious shower. Recent updates like new flooring and fresh exterior paint ensure a move-in-ready experience. The lower level boasts bonus living space, a three-quarter bath, and a large, partially finished rec room, ideal for hobbies or relaxation. French doors lead outside to a deck overlooking the yard, which gently slopes to the riverbank. Enjoy kayaking from your backyard or simply savor the peaceful riverside setting. This energy-efficient sanctuary includes Tesla Solar panels. With proximity to Hubbard Park trails, recreational facilities, and Montpelier’s downtown, this property offers an idyllic retreat with urban convenience. Join us for an open house on Saturday, 10/5, from 10am-1pm
  • Power Production Ownership: Third-Party Owned
  • List Agent: 284877
  • Display On Internet: Internet - Cable, DSL
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • ResoLotFeatures: Curbing, Level, Open, Pond, River Frontage
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Gas, Washer, Water Heater - Electric, Water Heater - Owned, Water Heater - Tank
  • Features Interior: Fireplace - Wood, Natural Light, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Full, Partially Finished, Stairs - Interior
  • Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - Full, Level 1: Bath - 3/4, Level 1: Den, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bedroom
  • Basement Level Rooms: Level B: Bath - 3/4
  • Room 1: Living Room, 20'8x22', On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, 15'7x13'2, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, 19'6x8'8, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Primary Bedroom, 16'x23'8, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: 1, 14'3x9'6
  • Room 6: Bedroom, 12'x30', On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Den, 13'x12', On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Bath - Full, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Bath - 3/4, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Basement
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 2950
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 5670
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 2950
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 2720

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Features Exterior: Deck, Garden Space, Outbuilding, Shed
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Restrictions: Unknown
  • Water Body Name 2: North Branch Winooski River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Parking: Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Attached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air
  • Electric Company: GMP
  • Utilities: Cable, Gas - Lp/Bottle, Telephone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Fee Information

  • Tax Class: Homestead

Schools

  • School District: Montpelier School District
  • Elementary School: Union Elementary School
  • Middle School: Main Street Middle School
  • High School: Montpelier High School
  • Elementary School: Union Elementary School
  • High School: Montpelier High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Sq Ft: 100188
  • Lot Acres: 2.3
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Deed Book: 715
  • Deed Page: 447-448
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty

Tax Info

  • Tax Year Notes: 2024-2025
  • Tax Gross Amount: 13407.32
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Montpelier School District
  • School Middle Jr: Main Street Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2024
Closed on
Feb 10, 2025
Sold by
Acosta Salvador
Bought by
Frog Hollow Development Llc
Seller's Agent
Lucy Ferrada
Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier)
Buyer's Agent
Robyn Fulton
birch+pine Real Estate Company
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-8.06%
Views
143

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2022
Sold by
Acosta Maricela P and Acosta Salvador L
Bought by
Acosta Salvador L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 21, 2012
Closed on
Nov 7, 2014
Sold by
Susan M Coryell Estate
Bought by
Acosta Maricela P
Seller's Agent
Tim Heney
Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier)
Buyer's Agent
Winston Churchill Jr
BCK Real Estate
List Price
$292,500
Sold Price
$304,900
Premium/Discount to List
$12,400
4.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2007
Sold by
Cody William P
Bought by
Corvell Susan M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $570,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $304,900 --
Grant Deed $386,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Price Changed $525,000 -7.1% $178 / Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $565,000 -0.9% $192 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Sold $570,000 -3.2% $193 / Sq Ft
01/08/2025 01/08/25 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2024 11/27/24 Price Changed $589,000 -1.5% $200 / Sq Ft
11/06/2024 11/06/24 Price Changed $598,000 -1.8% $203 / Sq Ft
10/21/2024 10/21/24 Price Changed $609,000 -1.8% $206 / Sq Ft
10/04/2024 10/04/24 For Sale $620,000 +103.3% $210 / Sq Ft
11/07/2014 11/07/14 Sold $304,900 +4.2% $86 / Sq Ft
09/29/2014 09/29/14 Pending -- -- --
10/21/2012 10/21/12 For Sale $292,500 -- $83 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $7,411 $578,600 $133,500 $445,100
2023 $6,481 $578,600 $133,500 $445,100
2022 $9,003 $306,500 $85,200 $221,300
2021 $9,057 $306,500 $85,200 $221,300
2020 $8,900 $306,500 $85,200 $221,300
2019 $8,504 $306,500 $85,200 $221,300
2018 $8,234 $306,500 $85,200 $221,300
2016 $8,109 $305,300 $85,200 $220,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5017368

PrimeMLS

APN: 405-126-10681