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Granite history is ingrained in North Barre's landscape
North Barre is a quintessential Vermont community where sweeping hills, wooded valleys and residential enclaves meet the historic depths of Barre's granite legacy. North Barre encompasses the northern half of Barre Town, with U.S. Route 302 separating North Barre from Barre City and surrounding villages. "Barre Town is like a donut, and Barre City is the donut hole," says Sue Aldrich , Real Estate Broker with Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman.
Development in North Barre was shaped by its history as the "Granite Capital of the World," housing quarry workers and craftsmen since the late 1800s. Today, North Barre continues to house employees of the area's only operating quarry—the Rock of Ages—and a growing artisan community. Aldrich refers to the town as “a hidden gem.” She adds, "Many people flock to Montpelier, but Barre's housing stock is larger and more affordable, attracting young families that help shape its vibrant, welcoming community." Famed for its Barre Gray granite, the region's history is on display around town, ranging from granite carvings peppered around Barre City to those hidden amongst discarded piles of granite that dot the expansive Millstone Hill Trail Network. Paired with access to natural spaces and essential services, North Barre blends rural and suburban living on the cusp of a lively downtown.
North Barre's parks, trails, rivers and green spaces
North Barre's surrounding landscapes offer year-round recreation ranging from equestrian stables and golf courses to forested hiking trails and snow-blanketed mountains. Tucked along Hill Street, Trow Hill Playground features a playground, basketball court and a small picnic area. Rotary Park is another green space with a pool, skate park and playground tucked along Stevens Branch. The park's bike path leads to a hidden swimming hole along the river, while nearby banks feature small fishing spots.
A short drive leads to the Barre Town Recreational Area, where sports facilities, a skate park and a dog park border the local elementary school. Trailheads lead from the park to the adjacent Barre Town Forest. This 355-acre forest includes about 20 miles of the 70-mile Millstone Hill Trail Network, where trails weave through 1,500 acres, passing by abandoned quarries and discarded rock piles.
The L.R. Jones State Forest, where a trek up Spruce Mountain culminates in panoramic views from a fire tower, is one of the many nearby forests set amidst Vermont's untamed landscape. The nearby Country Club of Barre offers less strenuous trips along its manicured fairways. Winter brings ample snowfall for cross-country skiers, snowshoers and downhill skiers. Three resorts, Killington , Stowe and Sugarbush all sit within a 60-mile drive.
Compact subdivisions and sprawling farmland
North Barre offers various housing styles, from compact subdivisions to private homes on large lots. Architectural designs include 20th-century farmhouses, bi-levels and ranch-styles, and 21st-century Colonial Revivals and New Transitional homes. Most developments are near Barre City's edge, including the new Beckley Hill Meadows duplexes, with some homes surrounded by farmland and woodland. Home prices generally range from around $250,000 to about $450,000, with larger properties fetching up to $625,000, depending on size and features. While North Barre is elevated above Barre City's known floodplain, local streams still present some flood risk. The community also garners a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
Central Vermont's educational offerings
The Barre Unified Union School District earns a C-minus rating from Niche. Barre Town Middle and Elementary School and Spaulding High School both receive C-plus ratings. The district includes The Spaulding Educational Alternatives, which offers project-based vocational learning in fields such as agriculture and woodworking. Vermont allows high school students to apply to any public school statewide for grades nine through 12.
North Barre is also home to the Montessori School of Central Vermont, which offers toddler, primary and elementary programs. Norwich University, a private military college and birthplace of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC), is 15 miles away.
Barre's everlasting granite legacy
Barre's quarry history is highlighted at local museums and events. While the Rock of Ages Visitors Center closed in 2025, the Vermont Granite Museum still preserves this heritage. Summertime brings Barre Heritage Days with parades, music and more. "It's a really fun event," Aldrich says. "The city hosts the Heritage Days, but the town hosts Rockfire on the Millstone Hill." Rockfire is a nighttime event featuring a candlelit procession leading to fireside art and performances along Millstone's winding trails.
Shopping and dining in Barre City and Montpelier
Barre City is the area's commercial hub, with Main Street lined by local markets, cafes, restaurants and offices. "The granite industry has long attracted artisans to town," Aldrich says, noting the city's well-known galleries and sculptures—including a giant zipper and jack-in-the-box carved from stone. "Even Hope Cemetery is another famous spot due to its intricate granite gravestones," Aldrich says. Other cultural landmarks include the historic Paramount Theatre and Barre Opera House, once visited by Theodore Roosevelt and rumored to be haunted.
Local restaurants include Ladder 1 Grill, a popular eatery serving classic American fare in a repurposed firehouse. Down the road, Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen offers elevated gastropub dishes in a cozy atmosphere. On the outskirts of town, family farms often feature small businesses, whether that's local market stands or Neddo Family Vineyards, offering patrons a taste of Vermont terroir.
Hannaford, the area's only chain supermarket, lines South Barre Road, while Berlin Mall Road and US Route 302 feature big-box retailers. Montpelier , 7 miles north, offers additional shopping, dining and entertainment options.
Transportation and accessibility around Barre
Green Mountain Transit serves Barre City, though most residents rely on personal vehicles, as there are no bus stops within the boundaries of North Barre. U.S. Route 302 separates North Barre from Barre City and merges with U.S. Route 2 in Montpelier, less than 10 miles away. Central Vermont Medical Center is 7 miles from North Barre, and Burlington International Airport is 45 miles northwest via Interstate 89.
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North Barre Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Barre, Barre sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North Barre, Barre over the last 12 months is $386,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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