Listed by Nathaniel Malley • KW Vermont. Bought with Geri Reilly Real Estate.
Off Market Jun 2014 for $280K
$514,858
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$1,780/mo
3
bd
•
1 ba
•
1,040
sq ft
40 Transom Way, Colchester, VT 05446
About this home
Beautiful, south facing, seasonal lakefront property with amazing Adirondack Mountain views! A perfect summer retreat with a deck, patio, and sunny yard set on a fantastic sandy beach great for swimming and lake activities. Absolutely adorable 3BR cape with open floor plan featuring great room with cathedral ceiling and loft master bedroom. Many recent updates means the work is done for you! New deck, new roof, new kitchen, new windows and new washer/dryer. Furniture included with the sale as well as kitchen utensils and dishes. Great rental income on this seasonal home that can cover your lease fees by renting for just 2 weeks. Rented for $2,500 per week in the summer with a total rental income of $18,500 in 2013. Fantastic location less than a half mile to the Burlington bike path, just 8 miles to downtown Burlington, and 9 miles to I89. Quiet, relaxation with the comfort of modern day amenities!
LAKEFRONT LOT, ADIRONDACK VIEWS, GREAT SUNSETS, A SANDY BEACH MAKES THIS CAMP A PERFECT SUMMER RETREAT. THIS CAPE FEATURES A LIVING/DINING ROOM WITH CATHEDRAL CEILING, WOODSTOVE A SPACIOUS LOFT MASTER BEDROOM. PARTIALLY FURNISHED. LEASED LAND.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,415 (−3.9%)
2024
$5,633 (+9.9%)
2023
$5,124 (−21.1%)
2022
$6,494 (−1.1%)
2021
$6,566 (+2.5%)
2020
$6,408 (+3.7%)
2019
$6,182 (+2.4%)
2018
$6,038 (+4.5%)
2017
$5,779 (+0.6%)
2016
$5,747
2013
Tax history for 40 Transom Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,415 (−3.9%)
2024
$5,633 (+9.9%)
2023
$5,124 (−21.1%)
2022
$6,494 (−1.1%)
2021
$6,566 (+2.5%)
2020
$6,408 (+3.7%)
2019
$6,182 (+2.4%)
2018
$6,038 (+4.5%)
2017
$5,779 (+0.6%)
2016
$5,747
2013
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.63 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chittenden County
APN
15304819785
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R3
Residential Three District
A Residential Three District is hereby formed in order to encourage high density residential uses. This district is primarily located in developed areas with existing suburban residential. Any use not expressly permitted is prohibited, except those that are allowed as conditional uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Recreation
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
Basement Information
None
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater - Electric
Smoke Detector
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 13x9
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 11x9
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 14x13
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 20x12
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 12x9
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 11x9
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape, Cottage/Camp
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Vinyl Exterior
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 1040
Color: Beige
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Standing Seam
Driveway
Gravel
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot Features: Lake View, Leased, Mountain View, Trail/Near Trail, Waterfront
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1983
Water View: Yes
Water View: Y
Waterfront: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year Notes: 13/14
Gross Amount Tax: 5678.88
SPAN Number: 15304819785
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 156
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Hot Air, Stove - Wood
Heat Fuel: Gas - Liquid Propane Bottle
Sewer Information
Septic
Electric Information
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Malletts Bay Elementary School
Elementary School: Malletts Bay Elementary School
Middle/Jr School: Colchester Middle School
School - High: Colchester High School
Road Information
Gravel
Other Location Information
Directions: From Rte 127 to Porters Point Rd, continue to stop sign and turn Left onto Colchester Point Rd. Left onto Transom Way, house straight back, last on right, #40.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Chittenden County
APN: 15304819785
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Water Body Information
Lake
Flood Zone: Unknown
Misc. Information
Seasonal: Yes
Documents & Disclosures
Documents Available: Lease Agreements
Around this home
Schools
Porters Point School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.8mi
Colchester Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Colchester, VT • 05446
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
2.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$490,000 – $593,000
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