Listed by The Nancy Jenkins Team • Nancy Jenkins Real Estate. Bought with BHHS Vermont Realty Group/S Burlington.
Sold on aug 2026
$565,000
3
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,137
sq ft
153 Sand Hill Rd, Essex, VT 05452
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About this home
Welcome to easy living in the heart of Essex Town. Set on a spacious half-acre lot, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and space to enjoy every season. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The granite kitchen features stainless steel appliances, including a newly installed refrigerator, microwave, and stove, and is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. It opens to comfortable living spaces where family and friends can gather. The finished basement provides valuable additional living space- ideal for a media room, home office, fitness area, or playroom- offering flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Step outside and discover your own private retreat. The expansive wraparound patio and charming gazebo create the perfect setting for summer barbecues, morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing evenings under the stars. The generous half-acre yard offers plenty of room for gardening, recreation, and enjoying the outdoors, while a storage shed provides convenient space for lawn equipment, gardening tools, and seasonal items. Surrounded by wooded privacy, the property also enjoys direct access to local trails, making it easy to explore the outdoors right from your backyard. Additional updates include a newer on-demand hot water system, providing modern efficiency and convenience. Residents also enjoy access to community amenities, including a pool and pickleball court, adding even more opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home offers the lifestyle you've been looking for in Essex.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$264Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by The Nancy Jenkins Team• Nancy Jenkins Real Estate
Bought with Anthony Micklus• BHHS Vermont Realty Group/S Burlington
Est. $2,846 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 153 Sand Hill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #5097924
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$565,000
$264/sq ft
Jul 9, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 2, 2026
Listed
$548,000
$256/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 1989
Sold
$134,900
$63/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 1989
Sold
$55,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,021 (+8.7%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2024
$4,617 (+11.8%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2023
$4,132 (−23.5%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2022
$5,399 (−1.4%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2021
$5,476
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2020
$5,477 (+6.8%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2019
$5,131 (+0.8%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2018
$5,091 (−12.7%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2017
$5,829 (+14.2%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2016
$5,103 (+0.7%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2015
$5,067 (+1,109.3%)
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
2011
$419
$75,000 + $173,200
$248,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,517
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chittenden County
APN
20706712700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
R2
Medium Density Residential District
The purpose of the Medium Density Residential District is to facilitate residential development in areas inside the Sewer Core Area as defined in the most recently adopted Town of Essex Sewer Allocation Policy. Connection to municipal water service shall be required where installation of these facilities is feasible or deemed necessary. Densities and lot sizes are based either on the provision of off-site services or the ability to accommodate on-site services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Cemetery
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Finished, Storage Space
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range - Gas, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2137
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2157
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot Features: Wooded, In Town, Near Shopping, Near School(s)
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1989
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Gross Amount Tax: 6986.34
SPAN Number: 207-067-12700
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 287
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Natural Gas, Baseboard
Sewer Information
Private
Electric Information
Electric Company: Green Mountain Power
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Fuel Company: Vermont Gas
Other
Location
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage: TBD
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,517
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Chittenden County
APN: 20706712700
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Founders Memorial School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Essex Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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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 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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
Essex, VT • 05452
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
65/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.4 hrs
3.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$522,000 – $632,000
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