972 Farrar Rd Newport, VT 05857
Estimated payment $8,385/month
Total Views
108,025
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,357
Sq Ft
$273
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Mountain View
- Secluded Lot
- 160 Acre Lot
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
This exquisite 4,000+ sq ft contemporary home boasts a striking natural stone exterior, blending with the surroundings of the 160+ country acres. Once inside you’ll be immersed in elegance, from the Australian cypress hardwood & slate floors to the crystal chandeliers hung from 10’ ceilings. Culinary enthusiasts will adore the gourmet kitchen with separate Miele full-size refrigerator & freezer, double wall ovens, an induction cooktop, & Silestone countertops. In the family room, custom-built bookcases & a wood-burning stone fireplace invite you to relax. The dedicated office offers a built-in desk system & bookshelves, while the sunroom’s floor-to-ceiling windows provide stunning views all year round. A true retreat, the primary bedroom suite features Brazilian cherry floors, a marble shower & jetted tub, an office & a large walk-in closet with built-ins. Two bedrooms with a center Jack & Jill bath are in the guest wing, along with the laundry room. Embrace sustainable living with grid-tied solar panels & 3 Tesla Powerwall batteries, alongside state-of-the-art geothermal heating & cooling. Exterior highlights include a heated walkway, a fully fenced organic garden & a quartzite patio where you can enjoy gorgeous sunset views over Jay Peak & the surrounding mountains. The land benefits from a conservation easement & a forest management plan. This property is a must-see for those who desire modern luxury, vibrancy & high-quality features in a tranquil setting.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,414
Year Built
- Built in 2009
Lot Details
- 160 Acre Lot
- Conservation Reserve Program Land
- Secluded Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned per town
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Modern Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- Property has 1 Level
- Central Vacuum
- Wired For Sound
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Fireplace
- Natural Light
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Trash Compactor
Flooring
- Wood
- Radiant Floor
- Tile
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Full Bathroom
- Hard or Low Nap Flooring
Schools
- Newport Center Elementary School
- North Country Junior High
- North Country Union High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Geothermal Heating and Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
- Net Metering or Smart Meter
- Drilled Well
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Patio
Community Details
- Trails
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $29,936 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2023 | $25,876 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2022 | $26,154 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2021 | $27,181 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2020 | $26,956 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2019 | $25,943 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2018 | $25,228 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
| 2016 | $23,815 | $1,318,200 | $213,000 | $1,105,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Price Changed | $1,190,000 | -4.8% | $273 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2025 07/20/25 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | 0.0% | $287 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2025 07/20/25 | Off Market | $1,250,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Price Changed | $1,250,000 | -10.7% | $287 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -1.8% | $321 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | Off Market | $1,424,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/09/2025 03/09/25 | Price Changed | $1,424,000 | 0.0% | $327 / Sq Ft |
| 03/09/2025 03/09/25 | For Sale | $1,424,000 | -1.7% | $327 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,449,000 | -2.8% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2024 09/30/24 | Price Changed | $1,490,000 | -6.3% | $342 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2024 07/26/24 | For Sale | $1,590,000 | -- | $365 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
About the Listing Agent
Nick practiced in Real Estate since 2000 and is a co-owner and the Managing Broker of Century 21 Farm & Forest. He started in Real Estate during the summers while attending the University of Vermont, where he graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Management. Post-college, he traveled throughout the U.S. and worked as a handyman mainly in Colorado and Alaska He has always appreciated the beauty of the Northeast Kingdom where he grew up and returned to Vermont to continue working
Nicholas' Other Listings
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 5006849
APN: 438-137-11038
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