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1559 Swamp Road, Fairfield, VT, 05455

4beds
1baths
1,984sqft
$1,400,000
$706price/sqft
$9,224/moest. monthly cost
$368,960/yrincome needed

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

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
14
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
Fairfield Center SchoolGrades PK-84.2 mi
5/10

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
    LightningRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Vermont Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
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...

35% on housing$316,251/yr
40% on housing$276,720/yr
45% on housing$245,973/yr

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.0%
-1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$706This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 05455$153
Franklin County$180

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 05455$263
Franklin County$201

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

DateEventPrice
2026-03-12Listed for sale$1,400,000
2025-04-02Sold$333,333
2006-11-02Sold$223,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichael J Preseau
BrokerageCENTURY 21 North East

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