About this home
The Middlebury River is your backyard! Lovingly held by the same family for 60 years, this rambling Cape sits on a level, south-facing acre with approximately 140 feet of river frontage. Enjoy the soothing sounds of the river, mature shade, and a welcoming, walkable community. The front deck offers another spot to relax outdoors. The easily accessible main level features approximately 2,000 square feet, including a sunny kitchen with a newer quartz-topped island, cooktop, and dishwasher, plus a charming pantry with sink, refrigerator, and workspace. The kitchen opens to a dining room with built-ins. The living room features wide pine floors and a newer glass-front woodstove. Two spacious bedrooms, a renovated primary bath with walk-in shower, a second full bath, laundry, office, and sewing room complete the main floor. Upstairs, two additional rooms await updating and offer possibilities for bedrooms, studio space, or storage. The attached two-car garage includes additional space for hobbies or a workshop. Updates include a newer roof, windows, Buderus boiler, and circuit breakers. Conveniently located across from the Sarah Partridge Library, tennis courts, and recreation park, and within walking distance of the historic Waybury Inn and a convenience store. A special opportunity to enjoy riverside living with village amenities close at hand!The generous one-acre lot may offer potential for subdivision, subject to official town approval and all applicable requirements.
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Listed by Deborah Hillman · BHHS Vermont Realty Group/Middlebury · MLS #5114781
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Interior5 property facts
- Rooms
- 12
- Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood, Oil, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Softwood
- Basement
- Yes · Concrete, Concrete Floor, Daylight, Dirt Floor, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
Building6 property facts
- Style
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1850
- Garage
- 2
- Parking
- 2
- Foundation
- Stone
- Roof
- Shingle
Land & utilities6 property facts
- Lot size
- 1 acres
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Waterfront
- Y
- Pool
- Not reported
- Zoning
- Residential 2
Financial2 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $6,261
- Assessment year
- 2026
Location
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Known monthly costs$2,645 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $2,124
- Property tax
- $522
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- Not entered
Listing annual taxes: $6,261. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. HOA amount was not supplied.
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