Listed by Robert Doyle • Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country. Bought with BHG Masiello Brattleboro.
Off Market Nov 2018 for $141K
$287,838
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$902/mo
3
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,000
sq ft
953 Dover Rd, South Newfane, VT 05351
About this home
"River Cottage" is a beautiful light filled Farmhouse that has been lovingly renovated with modern amenities yet retains it charm & character. Sited on The Rock River, the house has fantastic water views from many rooms and there is a large rear deck overlooking the yard and water. Features include: Large covered front porch; MudRoom Entry with double closet and laminate flooring; country Kitchen with center island, hutch and pantry closet; Dining Room with glass patio doors to the decking; spacious Living Room with glass fronted Hearthstone propane stove, wide board flooring and computer nook. The first level also provides a private Office/Study, Laundry Room and a beautifully renovated Bath. The 2nd floor provides 3 Bedrooms with fir flooring, the Master has a sitting area and 2 closets. There is a walk-in closet and another renovated Bath with claw foot tub. This is a wonderful house at an amazing price!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$144Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Robert Doyle• Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country
Bought with Cassandra Ehrlich• BHG Masiello Brattleboro
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Market trends in 05351, VT
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.9% MoM
Median sale price
$399K
$68K MoM
Avg. days on market
137d
57 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 953 Dover Rd
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #4689552
Nov 2, 2018
Sold
$141,500
$71/sq ft
Oct 19, 2018
Contingent
—
Aug 9, 2018
Price Changed
$149,900
$75/sq ft
Jul 25, 2018
Relisted
—
Jun 22, 2018
Contingent
—
May 2, 2018
Price Changed
$165,000
$83/sq ft
May 1, 2018
Listed
$159,900
$80/sq ft
PrimeMLS #1
Sep 24, 2017
Price Changed
$169,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,348 (+2.0%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2024
$3,283 (+30.6%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2023
$2,514 (−35.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2022
$3,914 (−1.3%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2021
$3,966 (−3.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2020
$4,122 (+17.2%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2019
$3,518 (+0.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2018
$3,488 (−0.6%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2017
$3,509 (+9.9%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2016
$3,193 (−0.4%)
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
2015
$3,207
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
2013
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
Tax history for 953 Dover Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,348 (+2.0%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2024
$3,283 (+30.6%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2023
$2,514 (−35.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2022
$3,914 (−1.3%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2021
$3,966 (−3.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2020
$4,122 (+17.2%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2019
$3,518 (+0.8%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2018
$3,488 (−0.6%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2017
$3,509 (+9.9%)
$32,400 + $126,100
$158,500
2016
$3,193 (−0.4%)
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
2015
$3,207
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
2013
$48,000 + $112,300
$160,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,915
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Windham County
APN
42913410379
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
RU
Rural District
The purpose of the Rural District is to accommodate low to moderate density development that is consistent with existing land uses and sensitive to the limitations of the land and existing land uses. Limited commercial uses are allowed in a manner that avoids unreasonable burdens on town roads and services or other adverse impacts on the rural character of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Full, Gravel, Stairs - Interior, Walkout
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Flooring: Laminate, Softwood
Water Heater: Gas - Liquid Propane Bottle
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Room 1 Information
Mudroom
Mudroom
Dimensions: 7.5X9
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 13X20 & 7X7
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 8X12
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
Kitchen
Dimensions: 16X12
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Office/Study
Dimensions: 12X8
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Dimensions: 11X7 Irregular
Level: 1
Room 7 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 13X11 & 10X9 Master
Level: 2
Room 8 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 10.5X12
Level: 2
Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 9X12.5
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Status: Existing
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2000
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2800
Color: Grey
Deck, Garden Space, Porch - Covered, Windows - Double Pane
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Concrete, Stone
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Exterior: Clapboard
Driveway
Dirt
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Easements: Yes
Country Setting, Level, River Frontage
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1860
Waterfront: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2017
Gross Amount Tax: 3509
SPAN Number: 429-134-10379
Taxes TBD: Yes
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 301
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Other
Heat: Hot Air
Heat Fuel: Oil
Sewer Information
Septic
Electric Information
100 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Drilled Well
Location
Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 200
Public
Other Location Information
Directions: Dover Road towards East Dover. House on the left --- see sign.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,915
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: —
County: Windham County
APN: 42913410379
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2026