$795,000

85 Browns Rd Newfane, VT 05345

Estimated payment $5,187/month

Total Views 10,711
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,190 Sq Ft
$363 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 80.1 Acre Lot
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

Timeless 1780 Colonial on 80 Acres with Modern Sustainability- A Rare Historic Gem! Own a piece of American history with this stunning circa 1780 Colonial home, set on 80 serene acres of meadows and forest. Featuring 2 bedrooms plus a dedicated bedroom/office ,2 full bathrooms, and over two centuries of character, this historic property offers unmatched charm- now enhanced with energy-efficient upgrades for sustainable living. Inside you'll find original wide-plank floors, exposed beams and three working fireplaces including grand central hearth. The fully functional beehive oven adds a touch of 18th century authenticity, perfect for artisanal baking or storytelling by the fire. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry - blending period style with modern conveniences. Both full bathrooms have be thoughtfully renovated, preserving the home's charm while offering todays comforts. A major highlight: the newly installed solar panels, providing independence and peace of mind without compromising the home's historic integrity. One of the three bedrooms has been converted to a flexible bedroom/office, for remote work, creative studio, or guest accommodation Outdoors, enjoy 80 acres of pristine fields, woodlands and old stone walls. Whether you're dreaming of a sustainable lifestyles, equestrian pursuits, or private retreat, this property offers endless possibilities . CIRCA 1780 with BEEHIVE OVEN, 80 ACRES , SOLAR POWER

Listing Agent

Janet Lucier

Barrett & Valley Assoc. Inc License #082.0007383 Listed on: 07/17/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Eric Scott

Barrett & Valley Assoc. Inc License #082.0134469

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,708

Year Built

  • Built in 1780

Lot Details

  • 80.1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned newfane

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Schools

  • Choice Elementary School
  • Leland Gray Union Middle/High School
  • Leland Gray High School

Utilities

  • Dehumidifier
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Spring water is a source of water for the property
  • Cistern
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,708

Year Built

Built in 1780

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Newfane village head south Vt Rte 30 turn right on Bruce Brook Rd, follow left on Browns Rd house and property on right . From Dummerston North on Vt Rte 30 turn left on Browns Rd , house and land on left .
  • Resort: No
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1780
  • Display On Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Sloping, Wooded
  • Road Frontage Type: Gravel
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 4511-02
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2190.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), 3+ Fireplaces
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Kitchen/Living
  • Room_2_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_4_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Bonus Room
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl
  • Basement: Full
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Roof: Metal
  • Easements: Yes
  • Construction Type: Clapboard
  • Exclusions: Budda at the pond is excluded .
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Parking Spaces 4

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Drywell
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Phone Connected
  • Water Source: Cistern, Spring

Schools

  • Elementary School: Choice
  • High School: Leland Gray
  • Middle Or Junior School: Leland Gray Union Middle/High

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: newfane
  • Lot Size Acres: 80.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3489156.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12707.9

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $10,034 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2023 $10,034 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2022 $10,939 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2021 $11,084 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2020 $11,521 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2019 $2,690 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2018 $10,357 $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2017 -- $443,000 $169,100 $273,900
2016 $5,762 $289,200 $167,200 $122,000
2015 -- $2,892 $0 $0
2014 -- $2,892 $0 $0
2013 -- $2,892 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $795,000 -- $363 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5052160

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