This beautifully renovated farmhouse offers a perfect mix of classic charm and modern updates, located just a short distance from the historic town green, shopping, and dining. The home features a spacious living room and cozy family room, providing plenty of space for both relaxation and entertainment. A dining area off the modern kitchen is perfect for family meals or hosting guests. The wood stove in the kitchen provides warmth and ambience The main floor also includes a convenient first-floor bedroom, while the second level features three additional bedrooms, one of which is an excellent option for a home office. You'll also find a large laundry room and a second floor back porch providing access down. Recent updates include new hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and updated bathrooms. Mini-split systems on both floors provide efficient air conditioning and additional heating for year-round comfort. Enjoy outdoor living with a private fenced in back courtyard, a back porch entry, and a fenced-in backyard. A 1-car garage barn adds extra storage. This home is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts, with major ski resorts including Okemo, Magic, Bromley, and Stratton just a short drive away. The town Recreation Center, pool, and VAST snowmobile trails offer year-round fun, with plenty of biking and hiking trails only a half mile away. Vermont living at its finest—right in town!
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Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Gary Coger
Bought with: Barrett and Valley Associates Inc.
$340,000
489 Main Street, Chester, VT 05143
4beds
2,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$357,400 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$2,623 Estimated rent
Home value
$357,400
$289,000 - $443,000
$2,623/mo
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Cozy family roomSecond floor back porchConvenient first-floor bedroomFresh interior paintFenced-in backyardLarge laundry roomUpdated bathrooms
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Listed by:
Gary Coger,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty gary.coger@fourseasonssir.com
Bought with:
Daire Gibney
Barrett and Valley Associates Inc.
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5027669
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil, Wood, Hot Air, Wood Stove, Wall Units, Mini Split
Cooling
- Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: 2nd Floor Laundry
Features
- Dining Area, Kitchen/Dining
- Flooring: Combination, Hardwood, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace, Wood Stove Hook-up
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,020
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,220
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Right-Of-Way (ROW)
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Storage
- Fencing: Partial
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 40
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Major Road Frontage, Sidewalks, In Town, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Neighborhood, Near School(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 14404511714
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal,Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $182,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,059
- Date on market: 1/25/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2025 | Sold | $340,000-2.6%$153/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,000+26.9%$157/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Sold | $275,000-6.8%$124/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4960259 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2023 | Contingent | $295,000$133/sqft |
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| 7/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $295,000+24%$133/sqft |
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| 11/12/2020 | Sold | $237,900$107/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4828325 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $237,900+30.4%$107/sqft |
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| 10/12/2017 | Sold | $182,500-3.4%$82/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2017 | Pending sale | $189,000$85/sqft |
Source: TPW Real Estate/Bondville #4642351 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $189,000-10%$85/sqft |
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| 4/8/2011 | Sold | $210,000-10.6%$95/sqft |
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| 2/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $235,000+1.1%$106/sqft |
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| 1/3/2010 | Listing removed | $232,500$105/sqft |
Source: McEnaney & Company #2900927 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2009 | Listed for sale | $232,500-5.1%$105/sqft |
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| 11/20/2008 | Listing removed | $245,000$110/sqft |
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| 2/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $245,000+105.9%$110/sqft |
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| 3/21/2000 | Sold | $119,000+48.8%$54/sqft |
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| 3/30/1992 | Sold | $80,000$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $182,400 |
| 2023 | -- | $182,400 |
| 2022 | -- | $182,400 |
| 2021 | -- | $182,400 |
| 2020 | -- | $182,400 -16.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $217,500 |
| 2018 | -- | $217,500 |
| 2017 | $4,240 | $217,500 |
| 2016 | -- | $217,500 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2014 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2012 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,175 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,175 +132.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $936 |
| 2006 | -- | $936 |
| 2003 | $2,387 | $936 |
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Neighborhood: Chester-Chester Depot
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Chester-Andover Usd #29Grades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Green Mountain Uhsd #35Grades: 7-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chester-Andover Elementary
- Middle: Green Mountain UHSD #35
- High: Green Mountain UHSD #35
- District: Chester School District
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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