Listed by Ray Mikus • Green Light Real Estate. Bought with KW Vermont.
Off Market Aug 2022 for $535K
$715,088
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$3,405/mo
5
bd
•
5 ba
•
3,881
sq ft
397 Smith Hill Rd, Northfield, VT 05663
About this home
This is the perfect property for someone looking to have it all: space and flexibility, open layout, privacy, and convenience. Your new five bedroom Northfield home has a spacious eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and an island that’s perfect for gatherings. The first floor also has a comfortable living room with a woodstove and brick hearth, as well as a dining room and a family room. Upstairs, you can spread out in the impressive primary bedroom with a large en suite bathroom with shower, soaking tub, and double vanities, as well as three other bedrooms AND a second floor bonus room and a home office. There’s so much flexibility with space! The lower level features another large en suite bedroom and a media or exercise room, which could also be used as a guest suite. The star of the exterior is the oversized workshop, that’s ideal for vehicles, equipment, or storage. There’s even a semi-finished room upstairs that was once used as an office. 10.73 acres of woods and open land that are great for gardens or sledding, as well as being an ideal candidate for solar panels. The house is just feet away from a paved road and an easy hop to Northfield, Norwich University, or 89. And, while convenient, with its nice private driveway, when you come home, you’ll be in your own little estate. Delayed showings begin 5/13/2022.
This English Tudor home enjoys a picturesque location just 5 minutes from town, Norwich University and the interstate. On 10.73+-, this elegant home offers over 4,100 SF of living space with a gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops, a breakfast area that enjoys country views & deck access, formal living & dining room w/ hardwood floors & a family room w/ lg brick hearth & woodstove. Upstairs you'll find 2 lg bedrooms, 2 baths a media/family room w/ private den and a huge master suite with it's own luxurious master bath w/ whirlpool tub & sep shower. The lower level offers ideal in-law quarters with a lg bedroom, 3/4 bath and living room with a private deck. An attached 2-car garage provides for direct entry to the house, while a separate shop offers ample room for a home biz or toys! The shop has heat, electric, a lg shop area, garage lg enough for 3 vehicles plus an upstairs office space. A beautiful home in a spectacular setting within 40 mins to Burlington, Hanover and the ski area!
PrimeMLS #228480
Nov 8, 2005
Sold
$332,500
$86/sq ft
Sep 13, 2005
Listed
$365,000
$94/sq ft
Spacious English Tudor is privately situated, set back from the low-traffic country road. 3 family rooms and a formal living room. 10.7 mostly-wooded acres. 30`x24` Insulated workshop. 3+ garage spaces. $1,000 from seller towards flooring replacement
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,002 (−1.9%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2024
$7,141 (+17.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2023
$6,064 (−31.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2022
$8,896 (−3.1%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2021
$9,176 (+3.1%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2020
$8,900 (+6.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2019
$8,332 (+0.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2018
$8,269 (−0.4%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2017
$8,301 (+1.6%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2016
$8,172 (+2.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2015
$7,947 (−21.9%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2014
$10,170
Tax history for 397 Smith Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,002 (−1.9%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2024
$7,141 (+17.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2023
$6,064 (−31.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2022
$8,896 (−3.1%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2021
$9,176 (+3.1%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2020
$8,900 (+6.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2019
$8,332 (+0.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2018
$8,269 (−0.4%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2017
$8,301 (+1.6%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2016
$8,172 (+2.8%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2015
$7,947 (−21.9%)
$71,100 + $274,200
$345,300
2014
$10,170
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Location
School Information
School District: Washington South
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: 150
Gravel, Public
Other Location Information
Directions: Route 12S to Stony Brook Road. Right onto Smith Hill Road. Driveway is on the left just after the pavement ends. You cannot see the house from the road. **Starting 5/16, Stony Brook Road Bridge will be closed for repairs. Detour is Water Street to Dole Hill to Smith Hill.**
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.73 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 44113910353
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Northfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
7/10
Northfield Middle/High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$680,000 – $823,000
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