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489 Lakewood Drive #38, Swanton, VT, 05488

1beds
1baths
678sqft
$199,000
$294price/sqft
$1,558/moest. monthly cost
$62,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Discover the magic of Hog Island on Lake Champlain with this brand-new, never-occupied 2020-built seasonal cottage—your gateway to endless lakeside adventures! Perched on a serene dead-end, town-maintained street with breathtaking lake views just steps away. Step into effortless one-level living with an open-concept design where the kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly into the living room, framed by stunning lake vistas that inspire every moment. The comfortable bedroom and versatile second room—perfect as a home office, guest space, or cozy nook—provide flexibility for relaxation or remote work, all backed by open farmland views for ultimate privacy. Embrace Lake Champlain's world-class boating, fishing, and swimming with the quiet island vibe and proximity to outdoor trails and the Missisquoi Refuge. This untouched gem (also listed as MLS 5084304 with a second lot and deeded lake access across the street) is primed for your vision—create unforgettable summer memories starting now!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Swanton SchoolsGrades PK-65.7 mi
4/10
Missisquoi Valley Uhsd #7Grades 7-126.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2020

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage/Camp
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator,Electric Stove

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Crawl Space,Frost Wall,Interior Entry

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 678

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Propane,Gas Heater
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 678
  • Total interior livable area: 678 sqft

Property

Details

  • Zoning description: R

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Exterior features: Shed
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water,Lake
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water,Lake
  • Waterbody name: Lake Champlain
  • Frontage length: Road frontage: 100

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,583 sqft
  • Features: Country Setting,Level

Parking

  • Parking features: Paved,Driveway,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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
    LightningVery High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Ice Storm
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind

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 $1,006$12,072
Home Insurance $66$792
Property Taxes $232$2,784
Electricity $254$3,053
Total$1,558$18,696

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$53,417/yr
40% on housing$46,740/yr
45% on housing$41,546/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

$294This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 05488$205
Franklin County$187

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 05488$200
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
2026-04-18Listed for sale$234,000
2025-11-11Listing removed$234,000
2025-08-27Price change$234,000
2025-07-22Listed for sale$249,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDavid Raphael
BrokerageArtisan Realty of Vermont

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