Listed by Colt Hazell • Flex Realty (colt@flexrealtyvt.com). Bought with Real Broker LLC.
Sold on Jul 2026
$449,000
3
bd
•
1.5 ba
•
1,586
sq ft
487 Rue Madeline, Readsboro, VT 05350
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About this home
Nestled in the scenic hills of Readsboro, Vermont, this beautiful log home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the home showcases warm wood finishes throughout, creating an inviting and timeless atmosphere. A finished basement adds valuable flexible space, ideal for a family room, home office, or recreational retreat. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's prime location, just minutes from the VASA and VAST trail systems, making it an excellent base for snowmobiling, ATV riding, and year-round adventure. Plus, you're only about 30 minutes from Mount Snow, offering convenient access to some of Southern Vermont's best skiing and four-season recreation. Step outside to enjoy the newly constructed pavilion, perfect for entertaining or relaxing while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Set on a private 1-acre lot, the property provides both tranquility and room to enjoy the outdoors. As an added opportunity, the seller also owns an adjacent 1-acre parcel and would consider selling it, offering potential for expansion, investment, or enhanced privacy. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a Vermont getaway, this property delivers character, comfort, and exceptional access to outdoor recreation in a picturesque setting.
Est. $2,397 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 487 Rue Madeline
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #5087010
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$449,000
$283/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Pending
—
May 5, 2026
Listed
$449,000
$283/sq ft
Public Records
May 11, 2007
Sold
$11,250
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,078 (+6.7%)
$50,000 + $208,000
$258,000
2024
$3,822 (+23.9%)
$50,000 + $208,000
$258,000
2023
$3,084 (−38.1%)
$25,000 + $208,000
$233,000
2022
$4,979 (−3.8%)
$25,000 + $208,000
$233,000
2021
$5,173 (−1.3%)
$25,000 + $208,000
$233,000
2020
$5,243 (+14.8%)
$20,000 + $207,300
$227,300
2019
$4,568 (−3.9%)
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2018
$4,754 (−1.0%)
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2017
$4,800 (+9.0%)
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2016
$4,405 (−1.9%)
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2015
$4,489 (+31.6%)
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2014
$3,412
$20,000 + $206,500
$226,500
2013
$20,000 + $211,500
$231,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,586
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bennington County
APN
51316110729
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
CON
Conservation District
Conservation lands are extensive, essentially undeveloped forested areas with limited access to an improved public road and necessary public utilities and services. These lands include elevations above 2,500 ft, upland wildlife habitats, multiple resource areas, ponds and watercourses, and land in the Green Mountain National Forest. Conservation lands contain valuable natural resources; the purpose of the Conservation district is to protect them until there is a public need for their development. Ample lands which are more suitable for development are available elsewhere in Readsboro.
Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher - Energy Star, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove - Gas
Room 1 Information
Bedroom
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 4 Information
Full Bath
Level: 2
Room 5 Information
3/4 Bath
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Level: 1
Room 7 Information
Living Room
Level: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Log Home
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 1586
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2594
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Driveway
Gravel
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot Features: Trail/Near Trail
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 2008
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Gross Amount Tax: 7101.44
SPAN Number: 51316110729
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 500-502
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Electric, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor
Sewer Information
1500+ Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field - At Grade
Electric Information
Electric Company: Green Mountain Power
200 Amp
Water Information
Water Source: Drilled Well
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Fiber Optic
Fuel Company: H.A. George & Sons
Cable - Available
Location
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Dead End, Gravel, Public
Road Frontage: TBD
Other Location Information
Directions: From I-91, take exit 2 toward Bennington. Take a slight right onto Western Ave. Continue on Marlboro Rd, and take a left onto VT-8 S. Turn left onto Rue Madeline, and 487 Rue Madeline will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,586
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Bennington County
APN: 51316110729
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
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Readsboro Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • 4.4mi
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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 85° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% 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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Historical weather
Readsboro, VT • 05350
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$410,000 – $496,000
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