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  • Listed by: Cummings & Co
    Price cut: $24K (6/14)
    $325,000

    397 River Street, Chester, VT 05143

    4beds
    3,332sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1854
    2 Acres Lot
    $319,200 Zestimate®
    $98/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood stoveDining roomHardwood floorsOffice spaceFront porchAttached shed spaceWillow tree leaves
    Some properties just radiate a certain warmth, charm and magic and this home is definitely one of them. Imagine sitting on the front porch and listening the soft rustle of the willow tree leaves and the babbling brook trickling by, then you step inside and feel that you have walked into a home that was truly loved. The large kitchen offers nice upgrades including tile floor, granite countertops and appliances. The main level offers a bedroom, dining room, office space and living room. All of the windows have been replaced (except in the attic), updated electric panel, insulation done by Efficiency VT, new stoves in the barn room and living room (see MLS docs for the complete list). This property is perfect for anyone looking for a TRUE Vermont home with loads of potential. Great natural light, large bedrooms, hardwood floors and attached garage. One of the features I personally love is the screened stone patio (barn room) off the back of the house. The rustic beams and barn boards with wood stove is a wonderful space to relax and entertain. Above is unfinished space ready for your ideas, work out space? yoga studio? game room? There are pretty perennials and gardens surrounding the home. The back yard is private with attached shed space and back deck. Chester is a wonderful community and this home is perfectly situated for easy access to I91, Grafton, ski resorts, shopping and walking to the village green. The sellers have loved owning this home and have created many many memories here. Don't miss your chance to be the next stewards of this truly special property.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Lisa Kelley,

    Cummings & Co 802-874-7081

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5087965MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Propane, Forced Air, Mini Split
      Cooling
      • Mini Split
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups
      Features
      • Dining Area, Living/Dining, Natural Light, Walk-in Pantry
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor,Unfinished,Interior Entry
      • Attic: Walk-up
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,148
      • Total interior livable area: 3,332 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,332
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Gravel
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: 2.5
      • Stories: 2.5
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch
      • Exterior features: Garden
      • Frontage length: Road frontage: 281
      Lot
      • Size: 2 Acres
      • Features: Country Setting, Level, In Town, Neighborhood
      Details
      • Parcel number: 14404511325
      • Zoning description: Neighborhood

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Antique
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1854

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Chester

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $98/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $258,800
      • Annual tax amount: $7,529
      • Date on market: 5/9/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $319,200

        $303,000 - $335,000

        $3,810/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/14/2026Price change$325,000-6.9%$98/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5087965 Report a problem
        5/9/2026Listed for sale$349,000+1645%$105/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5087965 Report a problem
        8/29/2023Sold$20,000$6/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $258,800 -1.4%
        2023-- $262,600
        2022-- $262,600
        2021-- $262,600
        2020-- $262,600 -9.6%
        2019-- $290,400
        2018-- $290,400
        2017$5,270 $290,400
        2016-- $290,400 +9900%
        2015-- $2,904
        2014-- $2,904
        2013-- $2,904
        2012-- $2,904
        2011-- $2,904
        2010-- $2,904
        2009-- $2,904
        2008-- $2,904 +119.3%
        2007-- $1,324
        2006-- $1,324 +9.2%
        2003$3,093 $1,213

        Find assessor info on the county website

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Chester-Chester Depot

          Getting around

          40 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          13 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          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: 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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