$510,000
SOLD JUL 10, 2025

980 Paradis Mountain Rd Brighton, VT 05846

5 Beds
3 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
26.2 Acres

Recently Sold

$346 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

159 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Secluded Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Mountain View
  • Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

Escape to your own private retreat on 26.2 acres with a combination of open land and mixed woods, tucked away on a gated, private dead-end road. This exceptionally maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bath Cape offers over 2,500 sq. ft. of finished living space, featuring beautiful pine walls throughout and an abundance of natural light. The main level includes an open-concept living and dining area with cathedral ceilings, a spacious and well-equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, a full bath, and a large entry with ample storage for coats and boots. The top floor is dedicated to the primary suite, complete with a 3⁄4 bath. The finished walkout lower level boasts two additional bedrooms, a 3⁄4 bath, a second kitchen, and a cozy family room—perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Stay comfortable no matter the season with oil heat and a standby generator. Detached 2-bay garage with plenty of room for cars and toys with a sizable storage space above, accessed via an outside staircase. Surrounded by mountain views and nature trails, this property is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with nearby access to snowmobile and ATV trails. Enjoy ultimate seclusion without sacrificing convenience since this remarkable property is just minutes from all of the amenities in Island Pond, including the lake and Brighton State Park. Being sold turn-key, fully furnished. Be sure to check out the vitural 3D Tour.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emma Gunn

Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke License #081.0120111 Listed on: 02/01/2025

Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke

Last Buyer's Agent

Howard Birchard

Century 21 Farm & Forest License #082.0007138

Century 21 Farm & Forest

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,148

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 26.2 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned Rural Lands

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.75 Levels
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Natural Light
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

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

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Schools

  • Brighton Elementary School
  • Brighton Elementary Middle School
  • North Country Union High Sch

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Dug Well
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Accessible Washer and Dryer
  • Outdoor Storage

Community Details

  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,148

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Route 105 - Derby Street in Brighton- Take Paradis Mountain Road. Private road with gate. No drive-bys.
  • Seasonal: Unknown
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Display On Internet: Cable Internet
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Level, Mountain View, Open Lot, Recreational, Secluded, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Wooded, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near ATV Trail
  • Road Frontage Type: Association, Gravel, Private Road, Shared, Privately Maintained, Road Maintenance Agreemnt
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1476.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, Accessible Washer/Dryer, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Reso Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Furnished, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen/Dining, Living/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Skylight, 1st Floor Laundry, Basement Laundry
  • Unit Levels: 1.75
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: Unknown
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room_10_Type: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room_11_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_12_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_14_Type: Laundry Room
  • Room_15_Type: Mudroom
  • Room_2_Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room_4_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_5_Type: Kitchen
  • Room_6_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_7_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_8_Type: Foyer
  • Room_9_Type: Family Room
  • Basement_Access_Type: Walkout
  • Room_13_Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Interior Stairs, Walkout, Interior Access
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Standby Generator
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1031.0

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Storage
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, Detached

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Heating: Oil, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Phone, Cable Connected, Underground Utilities, Underground Oil Tank
  • Water Source: Dug Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Plowing

Fee Information

  • PAD Fee Frequency: Yearly

Schools

  • Elementary School: Brighton Elementary
  • High School: North Country Union High Sch
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brighton Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Zoning: Rural Lands
  • Lot Size Acres: 26.2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1141272.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7148.0

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Sold $510,000 -11.3% $346 / Sq Ft
02/01/2025 02/01/25 For Sale $575,000 -- $390 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

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Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Emma Gunn

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Emma Gunn

    Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke

    (802) 673-9401

    97 Total Sales

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  • Howard Birchard

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Howard Birchard

    Century 21 Farm & Forest

    (802) 673-9406

    57 Total Sales

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5028244

PrimeMLS
Vermont Essex County Brighton 05846

980 Paradis Mountain Rd, Brighton, VT

This home is located at 980 Paradis Mountain Rd, Brighton, VT 05846 and is currently priced at $510,000, approximately $345 per square foot. This property was built in 1999. 980 Paradis Mountain Rd is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Brighton Elementary School, North Country Union Junior High School, and North Country Union High School.

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