- beds
- 3
- baths
- 2
- sq ft
- 1,822
- Built
- 2001
517 River Road
Canaan, VT 05902
Residential · Active · MLS #5099938
Listing Courtesy of A Notch Above Real Estate LLC | Heather Little
The home
About this home
Surrounded by nature and offering views from every angle, this distinctive 3 bedroom, 2 bath octagon home is a rare opportunity to own a truly unique property. Situated on approximately 15 private acres, this home provides the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and year-round recreation. The home's unique octagon design creates an inviting, open living space filled with natural light, while every window showcases the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a day of adventure, you'll appreciate the peaceful setting in every season. The finished lower level features two bedrooms and offers additional space with endless possibilities. Create a spacious family room, game room, home theater, fitness area, home office, or entertainment space; the unfinished areas are ready for your personal touch to make the home your own. Step outside to enjoy the small pond, abundant wildlife, and the privacy of your wooded acreage. With nearby ATV trail access and direct VAST snowmobile trail access, this property is perfectly suited for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a four-season retreat. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation home, or a recreational getaway, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, character, and incredible natural beauty.
Property information
Details at a glance
Interior3 property facts
- Rooms
- 8
- Heating
- Baseboard, Wood, Oil, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- None
Building3 property facts
- Style
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2001
- Roof
- Metal
Land & utilities5 property facts
- Lot size
- 15.05 acres
- Water
- Well, Private
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Waterfront
- Y
- Zoning
- Town of Canaan
Financial2 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $3,986
- Assessment year
- 2025
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Estimated monthly cost
Explore costs at the $325,000 asking price. Adjust the assumptions to your situation.
Known monthly costs$1,976 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $1,643
- Property tax
- $332
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- Not entered
Listing annual taxes: $3,986. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. HOA amount was not supplied.
Partial estimate: add insurance, monthly HOA to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.
Listing history
Price and status timeline
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Price & market context
See how this home compares with active listings in Canaan.
| Metric | This home | Local listings |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $325,000 | $279,00016% above local |
| Price / sq ft | $178 | $21316% below local |
| Days on market | 48 | 9047% below local |
Active city listing statistics from PrimeMLS as of September 12, 2026. Asking prices are not completed-sale values.
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