# FOR SALE BY OWNER – $600,000
### 3 Bedroom • 2 Bathroom • 0.28 Acres
**Historic Stone Village • Chester, Vermont**
If you've been dreaming of a Vermont home with beautiful views, abundant wildlife, and endless potential, this unique property deserves a look.
Located in the picturesque Historic Stone Village of Chester, this home overlooks an open field where deer, turkeys, birds, and other wildlife are frequent visitors. Relax on the large deck, cool off in the above-ground pool, and enjoy the peaceful setting with wonderful neighbors.
Inside you'll find:
* 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms
* Two of the three bedrooms have already been beautifully refinished
* Approximately **700 square feet of unfinished bonus space**, currently used as a billiards room, plus attic storage
* Large dirt basement with plenty of storage
Major mechanical updates include:
* 4-year-old oil furnace
* Energy-efficient heat pump water heater
* One mini-split for supplemental heating and cooling
This home is currently undergoing improvements, including interior painting and sheetrock repairs. While it still needs updating and finishing touches, it offers an excellent opportunity to build equity and make it your own.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a Vermont getaway, or an investment in one of the state's most charming historic villages, this property offers character, space, and an exceptional location.
**Asking Price:** **$600,000**
**Private Sale – No Realtors Please**
**Serious inquiries only.**
**Text preferred:** **802-376-5520** (our work schedules fluctuate, so texting is the best way to reach us).
*Showings available by appointment.*
For sale by owner
Street View
Price cut: $25K (8/21)
$575,000
296 North St, Chester, VT 05143
3beds
1,998sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1901
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$288/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful viewsAttic storageLarge deckBilliards roomAbove-ground poolOverlooks an open fieldAbundant wildlife
- 94 days
- 192
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Listed by:
Property Owner (802) 376-5520
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Heat pump, Oil, Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,998 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 14404510802
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
- Sewer: Public
- Utilities for property: Internet - Cable, DSL
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $288/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,270
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,942/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$288/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $600,000+175.2%$300/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2020 | Sold | $218,000-3.1%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2019 | Listing removed | $225,000$113/sqft |
Source: Barrett and Valley Associates, Inc/Chest #4764529 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $225,000+114.3%$113/sqft |
Source: Barrett and Valley Associates, Inc/Chest #4764529 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2015 | Sold | $105,000-8.7%$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2015 | Pending sale | $115,000$58/sqft |
Source: Barrett & Valley Associates, Inc. #4372102 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2014 | Price change | $115,000-3.4%$58/sqft |
Source: Barrett & Valley Associates Inc #4372102 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2014 | Listed for sale | $119,000-7.8%$60/sqft |
Source: Barrett & Valley Associates Inc #4372102 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2013 | Listing removed | $129,000$65/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Watson Realty #4158359 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2013 | Price change | $129,000-7.2%$65/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Watson Realty #4158359 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2012 | Price change | $139,000-6.7%$70/sqft |
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| 7/3/2012 | Price change | $149,000-9.7%$75/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Watson Realty #4158359 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $165,000$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Watson Realty #4158359 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,270 | $215,500 |
| 2024 | -- | $215,500 |
| 2023 | -- | $215,500 +0.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $214,100 |
| 2021 | -- | $214,100 |
| 2020 | -- | $214,100 +9.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $195,900 |
| 2018 | -- | $195,900 |
| 2017 | $3,819 | $195,900 |
| 2016 | -- | $195,900 +10003.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $1,939 -4.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2012 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,027 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,027 +80.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,122 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,122 |
| 2003 | $2,861 | $1,122 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
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Neighborhood: 05143
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chester-Andover Elementary
- Middle: Green Mountain UHSD #35
- High: Green Mountain UHSD #35
- District: Two Rivers Supervisory Union
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




