Listed by Rich Gardner • RE/MAX North Professionals. Bought with Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman/St. Al.
Off Market Sep 2019 for $308K
$501,931
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$1,965/mo
4
bd
•
3 ba
•
1,944
sq ft
289 River Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454
About this home
A gardener's dream, this well maintained centuries old farmhouse features beautiful flower beds and is situated directly on the Lamoille River. Sit on the screened in porch and soak up the sun and take in the fresh country air. Inside you'll find an open, inviting living room with woodstove in the corner to warm you up during the chilly Vermont weather. The kitchen highlilghts include ceramic tile flooring and countertops, rustic beamed ceilings and warm oak cabinetry. The kitchen opens out into the brightly lit dining room with plenty of windows and a beautiful hardwood floor. Full bath conveniently located on the main floor complete with pedestal sink and old fashioned claw foot tub. The utility room rounds out the main living space. Upstairs you'll find the 4 bedrooms and an additional full bath. The space above the garage is partially finished off to create an in-law suite complete with mini kitchen and 3/4 bath. This is a must see! Owner is a licensed Realtor.
Single-familyProperty Type
1847Year Built
1.4 acresLot Size
$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rich Gardner• RE/MAX North Professionals
Bought with Philip Gerbode• Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman/St. Al
Gardeners, Hobbyist and Artists! This beautiful well maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath Farmhouse with southern exposure is near the Lamoille River! Hardwood floors on 1st floor, wide pine floors upstairs, kitchen with ceramic tile floors, countertops, beamed ceiling and oak cabinets. Huge 30X26 garage with 2nd floor loft and one bay heated currently used as a studio space. Standing Seam metal roof on main house in 2009. Woodstove for extra warmth. All utilities in breezeway and 1st floor laundry. Fabulous screened porch enclosed to enjoy the sun!
PrimeMLS #3017870
Apr 29, 2005
Sold
$219,900
$113/sq ft
Feb 15, 2005
Listed
$219,900
$113/sq ft
Fantastic Location. .. .River frontage on Lamoille river, lots of recreational opportunities, canoeing, fishing, ect. Charming farmhouse with lots of recent upgrades: 1st fl. has hardwood floors and beamed ceilings, office, oak kitchen with tile fl. , black appliances, over-sized garage 27x30, huge loft and breezeway, 1st fl. bath with claw-foot tub and pedestal sink, candlelit screened porch for relaxing. . Dont delay on this one!!!! Road Frontage but un-able to get exact feet from deed.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,229 (+9.4%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2024
$3,864 (+8.2%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2023
$3,572 (−29.2%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2022
$5,048 (+7.8%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2021
$4,681 (+3.4%)
$55,000 + $165,900
$220,900
2020
$4,528 (+11.9%)
$55,000 + $165,900
$220,900
2019
$4,045 (−11.5%)
$55,000 + $159,300
$214,300
2018
$4,571 (+8.0%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2017
$4,231 (+9.3%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2016
$3,872 (+0.2%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2015
$3,864 (+32.1%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2014
$2,926
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
Tax history for 289 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,229 (+9.4%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2024
$3,864 (+8.2%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2023
$3,572 (−29.2%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2022
$5,048 (+7.8%)
$69,000 + $260,400
$329,400
2021
$4,681 (+3.4%)
$55,000 + $165,900
$220,900
2020
$4,528 (+11.9%)
$55,000 + $165,900
$220,900
2019
$4,045 (−11.5%)
$55,000 + $159,300
$214,300
2018
$4,571 (+8.0%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2017
$4,231 (+9.3%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2016
$3,872 (+0.2%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2015
$3,864 (+32.1%)
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
2014
$2,926
$55,000 + $157,400
$212,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
1st Floor Full Bathroom, Bathroom w/Tub, Hard Surface Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Gas, Stove - Electric
Smoke Detector, Stove-Wood
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 16 x 14
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
Utility Room
Dimensions: 7 x 7
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Other
Dimensions: 6 x 5
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Level: 2
Room 7 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Level: 2
Room 8 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Level: 2
Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Level: 2
Room 10 Information
Other
Dimensions: 6 x 7
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Status: Existing
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 1944
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2794
Garden Space, Porch, Porch - Screened, ROW to Water
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Concrete, Stone
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Exterior: Wood
Driveway
Crushed Stone
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Easements: Unknown
Country Setting, Landscaped, River Frontage, Wooded
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1847
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Access: Yes
Right of Way
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Year Notes: 2018/2019
Gross Amount Tax: 4919.64
SPAN Number: 210-068-11156
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 298-299
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Forced Air, Hot Air, Stove - Wood
Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood
Sewer Information
1000 Gallon, Concrete, On-Site Septic Exists
Electric Information
Electric Company: GMP
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Dug Well, On-Site Well Exists, Private, Reverse Osmosis
Other Utilities Information
Fuel Company: Suburban
Phone, Cable, Internet - Cable
Location
School Information
School District: Fairfax School District
Elementary School: Fairfax Elementary School
Elementary School: Fairfax Elementary School
Middle/Jr School: BFA/Fairfax Middle School
Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 100
Paved, Public
Other Location Information
Directions: From Route 104 go over the steel bridge, at Fairfax falls power dam turn left onto River Road, 2nd house on the left. Or from the blinking light in Fairfax take Fletcher Road to River road and the house will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,564
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1847
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 21006811156
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Water Body Information
River
Name: Lamoille River
Access: Owned
Documents & Disclosures
Documents Available: Deed, Property Disclosure
Around this home
Schools
BFA Elementary/Middle School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
BFA High School - Fairfax
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$477,000 – $578,000
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