Step into a piece of Vermont history in Dorset, where this unique 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,400 square feet of finished space on four peaceful acres. The home began as a historic barn before being carefully moved to its current site and transformed into a warm, character-filled residence that truly embodies classic Vermont vernacular style. Inside, you’ll find soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and rich wood textures, along with two woodstoves that create cozy gathering spaces and add to the home’s rustic charm. With ample room to spread out and a flexible layout, the home offers endless possibilities for living, entertaining, or retreating in comfort. The large parcel provides a peaceful, natural setting just moments from the Green Mountain National Forest and the East Dorset Trailhead, while still being convenient to local Southern Vermont amenities and the charm of a quintessential New England town. Offering privacy, character, and expansive spaces, this home is ready for its next chapter and is being sold as is. Bring your vision, paint brush, and tasteful modernizations to make it your own. A new septic tank adds valuable peace of mind, and the home is priced below town assessment, presenting a compelling opportunity.
Pending
Listed by: KW Vermont
$689,000
848 Mad Tom Road, Dorset, VT 05253
3beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 39 days |
- 74 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Erin McCormick,
KW Vermont Cell:802-989-2390
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5088838
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air, Hot Air, Wood Stove, Wood Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Owned Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Concrete,Exterior Stairs,Unfinished,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,400
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Gravel, Parking Spaces 6+
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 4 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Level, Open Lot, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Paths, Rural
Details
- Parcel number: 18005710887
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Standing Seam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Plastic, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: East Dorset
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $700,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,015
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2026 | Pending sale | $689,000$287/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5088838 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $689,000$287/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5088838 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $392,000 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2014 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2013 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2012 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2009 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2008 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,920 |
| 2006 | -- | $3,920 +92.3% |
| 2003 | $2,773 | $2,039 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: East Dorset
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dorset Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- NABurr & Burton AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: The Dorset School
- Middle: The Dorset School
- High: Burr and Burton Academy
- District: Taconic and Green Regional
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Vermont
- Bennington County
- Dorset
- 05253
- East Dorset
- 848 Mad Tom Road
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