Listed by Margolin and von Trapp Team • Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman (Off: 802-863-1500). Bought with Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman.
Off Market Sep 2025 for $1.1M
$1,267,872
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$7,517/mo
3
bd
•
3 ba
•
3,164
sq ft
278 S Cove Rd, Burlington, VT 05401
About this home
Located in the desirable South Cove Neighborhood in Burlington's South End, this gracious 3-bedroom, 4-bath home offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space! The home's private treed lot features a stunning backyard with in-ground pool, patio, multi-level deck, & 3-season den! Nestled between two beautiful parks on Lake Champlain, Oakledge & Red Rocks, the home also enjoys access to the association's private beach & boat moorings (as available). This spacious contemporary style home has a large kitchen with hardwood floors, pantry, & center island with cooktop that opens out to the lovely 3-season den & decks. The comfortable living room features 10 ft ceilings & a wood-burning fireplace. An office/den & half bath complete the first floor. On the second level is a primary suite & 2 additional charming bedrooms with a second full bath, plus a spacious bonus room above the garage. A tray ceiling accents the primary bedroom, and a private balcony is a wonderful spot to unwind. The primary bath features a jetted tub & separate shower, & the 2nd floor laundry room offers convenience. In addition to the attached 2-car garage is a 2-story detached garage/shed, great for lawn equipment, garden tools, pool toys, & storage. This home is a rare offering in the coveted South Cove neighborhood. With shared access to a private beach, a backyard oasis, and all the South End parks, bike path, festivals, & art hops right at your doorstep, this home won't last long!
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Margolin and von Trapp Team• Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
Contact: Off: 802-863-1500
Bought with Nina Lynn• Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
Burlington South Cove community w/ private beach, dock and mooring as available. Kit w/ Hrdwood, pantry, and cook's island. 3 season porch. Lr/ rose wood flr, FP, 10' ceiling. Tiled entry w/ radient heat. 1st flr office/den. MBR w/ balcony, jet tub & shower. Three tier deck, , stone patio, & concrete patio pool surround. 5 zone radient bsbrd heat. 2 story detached 10x16 garage/shed rear of lot. Seller rebate for cosmetic repairs - $15,000.
Public Records
Mar 10, 2008
Sold
$177,900
$56/sq ft
Public Records
May 8, 2000
Sold
$119,000
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 8, 1998
Sold
$97,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,875 (−4.5%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2024
$13,483 (+10.4%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2023
$12,218 (−30.9%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2022
$17,693 (−1.3%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2021
$17,930 (+14.1%)
$225,800 + $617,700
$843,500
2020
$15,709 (+5.2%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2019
$14,929 (+4.7%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2018
$14,256 (+4.8%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2017
$13,599 (+3.2%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2016
$13,173 (+2.4%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2015
$12,861 (−2.7%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2014
$13,217
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2013
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
Tax history for 278 S Cove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,875 (−4.5%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2024
$13,483 (+10.4%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2023
$12,218 (−30.9%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2022
$17,693 (−1.3%)
$239,100 + $604,400
$843,500
2021
$17,930 (+14.1%)
$225,800 + $617,700
$843,500
2020
$15,709 (+5.2%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2019
$14,929 (+4.7%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2018
$14,256 (+4.8%)
$180,300 + $350,800
$531,100
2017
$13,599 (+3.2%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2016
$13,173 (+2.4%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2015
$12,861 (−2.7%)
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2014
$13,217
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
2013
$180,300 + $344,500
$524,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.