$815,000
SOLD OCT 3, 2025

51 Downes Rd Underhill, VT 05489

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,694 Sq Ft
15.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$303 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 15.3 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Underhill Central School Rated A-
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of October 2025

Tucked away in scenic Underhill, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and convenience—just a short drive to Smugglers' Notch Resort, hiking trails, local shops & more! Set on 15.3 serene acres with a tranquil pond, this property is a true nature lover’s paradise. The expansive great room welcomes you with soaring ceilings, tall windows, newer mechanical blinds and a seamless flow between the entry, living room & dining area. A cozy propane fireplace warms the living space, while a wood stove in the dining area provides supplemental heat. The completely renovated kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring soapstone countertops, stainless steel appliances & smart under-cabinet lighting. A large mudroom connects to the oversized garage, which includes an unfinished storage loft above. There's a bedroom, office & 3⁄4 bath with laundry on the main level. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with an en suite bath, 2 walk-in closets & a spacious sitting area overlooking the great room. The finished basement offers flexible bonus spaces, with walkout access to the backyard. Relax on the covered front porch or entertain on the back deck with views of the pond & rolling lawn. A barn provides ample room for lawn equipment, kayaks & more. Notable upgrades include a new Generac 14k whole house generator, roof (2022) and septic pump (2023), ensuring peace of mind for years to come! Your dream escape awaits! Real estate agent owned.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Malley Group

KW Vermont Brokerage Phone: 802-488-3499 License #082.0008557 Listed on: 05/28/2025

KW Vermont

Last Buyer's Agent

The Malley Group

KW Vermont Brokerage Phone: 802-488-3499 License #082.0008557 Listed on: 05/28/2025

KW Vermont

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,427

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 15.3 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Blinds
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Underhill Central Elementary School
  • Browns River Middle
  • Mt. Mansfield

Utilities

  • Drilled Well
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Accessible Full Bathroom
  • Pond
  • Barn

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,427

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From VT Route 15 drive through Underhill village, take a right onto Bill Cook Road, take a right onto Poker Hill Road, take a left onto Downes Road, turn right at the mailbox for #43 then vere left at the "Y" into #51.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Pond, Wooded
  • Road Frontage Type: Gravel
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: Phone: 802-488-3499
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2075.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Reso Interior Features: Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Gas Fireplace, In-Law Floorplan, Wood Stove Hook-up, Smart Thermostat
  • 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_10_Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room_2_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_4_Type: Mudroom
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Office/Study
  • Room_7_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_8_Type: Family Room
  • Room_9_Type: Loft
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Basement_Access_Type: Walkout
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Other
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater off Boiler, Wine Cooler
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Basement: Concrete, Concrete Floor, Partially Finished, Walkout, Exterior Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 619.0

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Garden, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Easements: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Mound Septic
  • Heating: Propane, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Drilled Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Underhill Central School
  • High School: Mt. Mansfield USD #17
  • Middle Or Junior School: Browns River Middle USD #17

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 15.3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 666468.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11427.16

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Oct 3, 2025
Sold by
The Sandra W Sbarro Revocable Trust
Bought by
Kowalski Family Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
The Malley Group
KW Vermont
Buyer's Agent
The Malley Group
KW Vermont
List Price
$860,000
Sold Price
$815,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-5.23%
Views
91
Current Estimated Value
$807,976

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,024
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.51%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $815,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 Sold $815,000 -4.1% $303 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Price Changed $850,000 -1.2% $316 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $860,000 -- $319 / 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 -- $597,500 $184,100 $413,400
2023 -- $597,500 $184,100 $413,400
2022 $9,608 $597,500 $184,100 $413,400
2021 $9,529 $436,200 $106,400 $329,800
2020 $8,830 $436,200 $106,400 $329,800
2019 $8,767 $436,200 $106,400 $329,800
2018 $8,930 $436,200 $106,400 $329,800
2017 $8,788 $411,800 $128,100 $283,700
2016 $8,770 $436,200 $106,400 $329,800
2015 -- $4,362 $0 $0
2014 -- $4,362 $0 $0
2013 -- $4,118 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5043217

PrimeMLS

APN: (209) DW051