Listed by Soren Pfeffer • Central Vermont Real Estate. Bought with Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman.
Off Market Jul 2022 for $380K
$451,781
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$2,393/mo
2
bd
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2 ba
•
1,680
sq ft
1996 Union Brook Rd, Northfield, VT 05663
About this home
Chalet style home with great privacy, open floor plan, nice views, sunsets, and lots of natural light on 26 acres of mostly wooded land. Open Living/Dining with cathedral ceilings, lodge-like feel, exposed rafters, great views, and lots of sunshine streaming in. Private wrap around deck overlooking sloping meadows, perfect for outdoor Living/Dining, watching the abundant wildlife that meander through the property, or gazing at amazing sunsets. About 5 acres of open lawn/meadow with South-west exposure, includes perennial gardens, fruit trees, berry bushes, and a private level upper meadow. Road frontage on both Union Brook Rd. and on Colson Rd. , trails mowed through 20+ acres of woods, perfect for walking, skiing, or snowmobiling. Move-in Ready with recent updates including on demand hot water, newer appliances, new flooring, and newly painted walls. Town has house designated as 2 BR's but it was previously listed as 4BR so there is space for additional living. Large office/workshop/craft room with entry door currently set up with cabinets and counters but could be converted to family room, guest bedroom, etc. Very peaceful and private setting with unlimited recreational potential, yet close to everything - 5 minutes to Northfield Village, 7 minutes to Norwich University, and 20 minutes to Montpelier. Come have a look at this unique property before it gets scooped up.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
26 acresLot Size
$269Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Soren Pfeffer• Central Vermont Real Estate
Bought with Jamie Wright• Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
Large Parcel with two ROWs, 8 year old "on demand" hot water system, new, energy-efficient Rinai forced hot air system runs on propane, Avalon cast-iron wood burning stove, metal roof, private yet very accessible 26 acres parcel. Main house has a desirable open floor plan, detached garage and shed. 2.5 mile to the Village of Northfield and Norwich University. Paved road to the driveway. Great light and mountain views. Road frontage on PAVED Union Brook Road AND Colson Road provide interesting subdivision possibilities. Trailer will be removed by seller before closing.
PrimeMLS #1
Aug 6, 2015
Price Changed
$179,000
$107/sq ft
Jun 18, 2015
Price Changed
$185,000
$110/sq ft
May 8, 2015
Price Changed
$207,000
$123/sq ft
PrimeMLS #885291
Dec 19, 2003
Sold
$170,000
$101/sq ft
Mar 11, 2003
Listed
$179,900
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,803 (+7.3%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2024
$3,543 (+17.3%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2023
$3,020 (−42.1%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2022
$5,217 (−3.1%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2021
$5,381 (+5.0%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2020
$5,127 (+6.8%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2019
$4,800 (+0.8%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2018
$4,763 (−0.4%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2017
$4,782 (+1.6%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2016
$4,705 (−8.1%)
$78,800 + $120,000
$198,800
2015
$5,118 (−72.3%)
$96,200 + $126,200
$222,400
2014
$18,456 (+4,294.3%)
2011
$420
Tax history for 1996 Union Brook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,803 (+7.3%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2024
$3,543 (+17.3%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2023
$3,020 (−42.1%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2022
$5,217 (−3.1%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2021
$5,381 (+5.0%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2020
$5,127 (+6.8%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2019
$4,800 (+0.8%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2018
$4,763 (−0.4%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2017
$4,782 (+1.6%)
$78,800 + $120,100
$198,900
2016
$4,705 (−8.1%)
$78,800 + $120,000
$198,800
2015
$5,118 (−72.3%)
$96,200 + $126,200
$222,400
2014
$18,456 (+4,294.3%)
2011
$420
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
26 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
44113911778
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Location: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Walkout
Partially Finished
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl Plank
Water Heater: Gas - Liquid Propane Bottle, On Demand
Cathedral Ceiling, Living/Dining, Master Bedroom With Bath, Laundry - Basement
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
DSL, High Speed Intrnt -AtSite, Telephone Available
Location
School Information
School District: Northfield School District
Elementary School: Northfield Elementary School
Elementary School: Northfield Elementary School
Middle/Jr School: Northfield Middle High School
Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 230
Public
Other Location Information
Directions: From Rt. 12 in Northfield, take Water St., 0.2 miles right onto Union St., follow 0.6 miles onto Union Brook Rd., driveway 1.8 miles on right, see sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 44113911778
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
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Schools
Northfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Northfield Middle/High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$430,000 – $520,000
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