Listed by Monique Payne • Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier) (Cell: 802-522-3699).
For sale
$489,000
Est. $3,434/mo —
4
bd
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3 ba
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3,253
sq ft
421 S Main St, Northfield, VT 05663
About this home
Behind the cheerful yellow double doors, there's more to discover than meets the eye! This spacious historic Northfield Cape is full of New England character, unexpected spaces, and personality you just can't replicate. Set on a landscaped corner lot with mature plantings, stone walls, and a generous fenced backyard, this home has a story to tell. Inside, warm wood floors, a propane fireplace with brick hearth, built-in shelving, and architectural details create inviting spaces with a sense of history. The formal dining room is ready for memorable gatherings, while the spacious kitchen offers room to cook, connect, and enjoy views of the backyard. A thoughtfully designed family room addition with its own heating zone provides room to spread out, and the sunroom off the kitchen opens directly to the yard. Flexibility is a recurring theme here. An attached studio, currently used as an office, offers space for work or creative pursuits. Three bedrooms upstairs include an oversized room with potential to be divided into two, while a spacious first-floor sitting room has previously served as a primary bedroom. Main-level laundry, a step-in shower, and ramp access from the garage add convenience and single-level living potential. Practical updates include replacement windows on the main and upper levels, a centrally located pellet stove, an oversized garage, and generous storage. Outside, there's room to garden, play, or simply enjoy the Vermont seasons. Downtown Northfield, the library, and Norwich University are just moments away, with easy access to I-89 and Montpelier. A home with history, heart, and plenty of room for your next chapter!
Single-familyProperty Type
1841Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$150Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Monique Payne• Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier)
Listed by Timothy Heney• Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier)
On the historic Main Street of this New England college town, this home enjoys a special place on a lovingly landscaped corner lot just up the street from Norwich University. The welcoming front entry has granite steps and double front doors opening to a formal entry foyer. The living room has a fireplace and the dining room and parlor will accommodate entertaining a large gathering. The eat-in kitchen has been updated and is central to other living spaces including a glorious sunroom off the kitchen and the expansive family room that includes a wall of built-in cabinetry. First floor laundry. Four corner bedrooms are upstairs. A giant oversized two car garage has a large attic suitable for storage. The garage connects to a bright studio space that was once a stable for horses. This space is separately heated and offers a number of potential uses. The home owners have invested extensively in this home during their nine years here. You will want to move right in!
Public Records
Apr 1, 2005
Sold
$243,500
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,606 (+7.3%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2024
$4,292 (+17.3%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2023
$3,659 (−42.1%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2022
$6,320 (−3.1%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2021
$6,519 (+3.1%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2020
$6,323 (+6.8%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2019
$5,919 (+0.8%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2018
$5,874 (−0.4%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2017
$5,897 (+1.6%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2016
$5,806 (+2.9%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2015
$5,645 (+7.9%)
$34,000 + $211,300
$245,300
2014
$5,230 (+1,142.3%)
2011
$421
Public record
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0.5 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
44113911012
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 88° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% 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
Northfield, VT • 05663
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Sun exposure
75/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Northfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 421 S Main St
$494,769
$5,769 over list price of $489K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $425K to $780K.