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$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#5046427, Sarah Harrington, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
#5044580·
Listing office: Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman·
Listing agent: Margolin and von Trapp Team·
Listing office phone: 802-863-1500
$1,290,000 List price
278 S Cove Rd Burlington, VT 05401
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 2 partial
3,164 sqft
0.3 acres
$408 / sqft
House
Property details
About 278 S Cove Rd
Located in the desirable South Cove Neighborhood in Burlington's South End, this gracious 3-bedroom, 4-bath home offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space! The home's private treed lot features a stunning backyard with in-ground pool, patio, multi-level deck, & 3-season den! Nestled between two beautiful parks on Lake Champlain, Oakledge & Red Rocks, the home also enjoys access to the association's private beach & boat moorings (as available). This spacious contemporary style home has a large kitchen with hardwood floors, pantry, & center island with cooktop that opens out to the lovely 3-season den & decks. The comfortable living room features 10 ft ceilings & a wood-burning fireplace. An office/den & half bath complete the first floor. On the second level is a primary suite & 2 additional charming bedrooms with a second full bath, plus a spacious bonus room above the garage. A tray ceiling accents the primary bedroom, and a private balcony is a wonderful spot to unwind. The primary bath features a jetted tub & separate shower, & the 2nd floor laundry room offers convenience. In addition to the attached 2-car garage is a 2-story detached garage/shed, great for lawn equipment, garden tools, pool toys, & storage. This home is a rare offering in the coveted South Cove neighborhood. With shared access to a private beach, a backyard oasis, and all the South End parks, bike path, festivals, & art hops right at your doorstep, this home won't last long!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Baseboard
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size3,164 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built2000
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #5044580
Garage2 spaces
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Storage - Indoor, Walk-in Closet, Whirlpool Tub, Laundry - 2nd Floor
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
- Exterior: Balcony, Fence - Full, Outbuilding, Patio, Pool - In Ground, Shed, Storage, Beach Access
- Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard
- Cooling: Other
- List Price: $1,290,000
- Price/SqFt: $407
- Annual Tax Amount: $17,823
- Tax Year: 2023
- Year Built: 2000
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,164 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: 5044580
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
- Office Phone: (802) 863-1500
- Listing Agent: Margolin and von Trapp Team
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2014 | Home Sold | $654,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $843,500 | $17,823 |
| 2022 | $843,500 | $17,823 |
| 2021 | $843,500 | $19,817 |
| 2020 | $531,100 | $19,817 |
| 2019 | $531,100 | $14,928 |
| 2018 | $531,100 | $14,256 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Champlain Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•800 Pine St
5
Orchard School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•2 Baldwin Ave
5
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.1 mi
•299 Main St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $88,611. The majority of Burlington, VT residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
54%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Yoga/pilates
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
H&M
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Dominos Pizza
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 278 S Cove Rd
The listing price of 278 S Cove Rd property is $1,290,000.
The property 278 S Cove Rd is a house located in Burlington, Vermont, 05401.
Active Listing: 278 S Cove Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 278 S Cove Rd are: Champlain Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Orchard School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edmunds Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Winooski Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), South Burlington High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Burlington High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Winooski High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $17,823 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 27, 2014 for $654,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 278 S Cove Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 278 S Cove Rd is 3,164 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 278 S Cove Rd is 2000.
This home is located at 278 S Cove Rd in Burlington, VT and zip code 05401 in the South End neighborhood. This 3,164 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,290,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Burlington, VT between April and May 2025 increased by 86.2%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 52 days, the median list price was $572,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.