Welcome to 89 Merson Street! This charming Cape style home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a half bathroom, and nearly an acre of land on a quiet in town street. Inside, you’ll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, a spacious family room with a fireplace, and a new Weil-McLain boiler installed in February 2026. What truly sets this property apart is its incredible versatility. The bonus space presents endless possibilities for a home based business, professional office, hobby space, expanded living area, or potential in-law accommodations. Whether you’re looking for room to grow, work from home, or create a space tailored to your lifestyle, this home offers the flexibility to make it happen. The generous lot and rear garage access provide additional opportunities for future improvements. Buyers may appreciate the potential to enhance accessibility and functionality with a redesigned driveway configuration, such as a circular drive, while maximizing the usefulness of the garage space and expansive yard. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Bennington’s shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and local attractions, while still enjoying the privacy of a large lot. With easy access to area hiking trails, ski resorts, and major routes to Boston and New York, this property combines location, character, and opportunity in one exceptional package.
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Listed by: Mahar McCarthy Real Estate • Brooke L Thomson Drew
Price cut: $26K (7/14)
$299,000
89 Merson Street, Bennington, VT 05201
3beds
1,829sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.93 Acres Lot
$297,200 Zestimate®
$163/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear garage accessCharming cape style homeExpansive yardGenerous lotQuiet in town streetUpdated kitchenBeautifully refinished hardwood floors
- 99 days
- 501
- 34
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brooke L Thomson Drew,
Mahar McCarthy Real Estate 802-442-8337
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5095251
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wood, Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Owned Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Vinyl Plank
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Interior Stairs,Unfinished,Walkout,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,829
- Total interior livable area: 1,829 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,829
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Dirt, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Unpaved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half,Multi-Level
- Stories: 1.5
- Exterior features: Garden
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 260
Lot
- Size: 0.93 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Interior Lot, Neighbor Business, Slight, Street Lights, Wooded, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital
Details
- Parcel number: 5101568670
- Zoning description: Village Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Fiber Optic Internt Avail
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bennington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $163/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $147,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,205
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$297,200
$282,000 - $312,000
$2,518/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $299,000-8%$163/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $325,000$178/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listing removed | $325,000$178/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5064108 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $325,000-6.9%$178/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Price change | $349,000+2.9%$191/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $339,000+26%$185/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5064108 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Listing removed | $269,000$147/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5006992 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $269,000+389.1%$147/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5006992 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2022 | Sold | $55,000-65.4%$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2013 | Listing removed | $159,000$87/sqft |
Source: Hoisington Realty, Inc. #4195211 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $159,000$87/sqft |
Source: Hoisington Realty, Inc. #4195211 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,282 | $147,300 |
| 2024 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2023 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2022 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2018 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2017 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $147,300 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,473 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,473 +11.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,326 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,326 +10.3% |
| 2003 | $2,999 | $1,202 |
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Neighborhood: 05201
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
- High: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
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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