




1559 Swamp Road, Fairfield, VT, 05455
About This Home
Discover an extraordinary opportunity to own 284.9 acres of Vermont countryside in the scenic town of Fairfield. This remarkable property offers a beautiful mix of open agricultural fields, mature woodland, and abundant wildlife, providing exceptional privacy and endless possibilities for recreation, farming, or a peaceful rural retreat. At the center of the property sits a historic farmhouse built in 1800, offering approximately 1,984 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The home is rich with character and presents a wonderful opportunity to personalize a classic Vermont farmhouse while enjoying the surrounding landscape. The expansive acreage provides excellent potential for agriculture, forestry, hunting, trail systems, and outdoor recreation. Protected through a Vermont Land Trust conservation easement, the land has been preserved to maintain its agricultural productivity, natural resources, and scenic beauty for generations while still allowing continued farming, forestry, recreation, and residential use in accordance with the easement. Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property is within driving distance of Jay Peak Resort and Smugglers’ Notch, offering easy access to some of Vermont’s best skiing, hiking, and four-season outdoor recreation. Large conserved tracts of land of this size are increasingly rare. Whether you're seeking a working agricultural property, recreational escape, or long-term land investment, this unique Fairfield property offers incredible potential and Vermont country charm.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1800
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Farm
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Owned Water Heater
- Laundry features: 1st Floor Laundry
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Kitchen/Dining
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,984
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,704
- Total interior livable area: 1,984 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bathroom,1st Floor Laundry
Details
- Parcel number: 21306910335
- Zoning description: Agricultural/Rural Reside
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden,Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 7706
Lot
- Lot size: 284.90 Acres
- Features: Conserved Land,Country Setting,Farm,Field/Pasture,Wooded,Near Skiing,Near ATV Trail
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel,Auto Open,Garage,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Vermont Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,079 | $84,948 |
| Home Insurance | $258 | $3,096 |
| Property Taxes | $1,633 | $19,596 |
| Electricity | $254 | $3,053 |
| Total | $9,224 | $110,688 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000 |
| 2025-04-02 | Sold | $333,333 |
| 2006-11-02 | Sold | $223,900 |
