Step into the timeless charm of Vermont living with this delightful farmhouse nestled in the peaceful countryside of Highgate. Privately situated, yet just minutes from local amenities and surrounding towns, this inviting home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Set on a picturesque half-acre lot, the property offers just the right amount of outdoor space to enjoy Vermont's seasons while remaining easy to maintain. Brimming with character and rich history, the home has been lovingly cared for and tastefully updated by its current owners, blending classic farmhouse charm with thoughtful modern touches. Inside, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, one full bath, and a cozy, naturally bright kitchen that radiates warmth even through the coldest months-an ideal gathering space for everyday living. A convenient, enclosed back porch adds both functionality and charm, providing the perfect spot to unwind after a long day or enjoy the quiet surroundings year-round. If you're searching for a place to call your own, and drawn to homes with genuine personality and soul, this Highgate farmhouse offers an opportunity to own a piece of classic Vermont character that simply must be experienced in person.
Pending
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
$290,000
178 Brosseau Road, Highgate, VT 05459
3beds
1,365sqft
Est.:
Farm
Built in 1900
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Delightful farmhouseConvenient enclosed back porchQuiet surroundings year-roundPeaceful countryside of highgateTastefully updatedPrivately situatedThoughtful modern touches
- 26 days |
- 1,137 |
- 62 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 05:48am
Listed by:
Nicole Broderick,
Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Phone:802-522-7877
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5078973
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Hot Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Combination
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,037
- Total interior livable area: 1,365 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,365
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Shed
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 29109210651
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Phone, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Highgate Center
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $125,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,430
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Pending sale | $290,000$212/sqft |
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| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $290,000+12.8%$212/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Sold | $257,000+11.8%$188/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Pending sale | $229,950$168/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/4/2022 | Pending sale | $229,950$168/sqft |
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| 5/4/2022 | Contingent | $229,950$168/sqft |
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| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $229,950+76.9%$168/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Sold | $130,000+116.7%$95/sqft |
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| 9/17/2001 | Sold | $60,000$44/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $125,300 |
| 2023 | -- | $125,300 |
| 2022 | -- | $125,300 +0.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $124,700 |
| 2020 | -- | $124,700 |
| 2019 | -- | $124,700 |
| 2018 | -- | $124,700 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,293 +4.9% | $123,800 |
| 2016 | $1,233 | $123,800 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,238 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,238 +108.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $594 |
| 2006 | -- | $594 +19.8% |
| 2003 | $888 | $496 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,856/mo
Principal & interest
$1496
Property taxes
$360
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05459
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Highgate SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Missisquoi Valley Uhsd #7Grades: 7-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Highgate Elementary School
- Middle: Missisquoi Valley Union Jshs
- High: Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
- District: Missisquoi Valley UHSD 7
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 05459
- Vermont
- Franklin County
- Highgate
- 05459
- 178 Brosseau Road



