South Barre
Vermont’s diverse housing stock
The winding roads that branch off South Barre Road snake through the neighborhood’s scenic landscape, revealing a mix of single-family architectural styles. Fowler says that Vermont’s housing, in general, is very diverse, and South Barre is no exception. “It makes real estate interesting out here,” he says. “South Barre is not the oldest wing of Barre, so houses are a little more modern, but you still have everything from raised ranches to big custom homes – it’s the full spectrum.” Ranch-style homes are common, though they range considerably in size. Bi-level and raised ranch styles are also typical, blended among larger colonial-inspired and Cape-style homes. Prices for real estate can range from the mid $200,000s to the mid $500,000s. Properties tend to be larger in South Barre, with most homes situated on about 2 acres of land. This not only offers more space between homes but also provides a sense of security—the neighborhood scores a 2 out of 10 for its CAP Index Crime Score, lower than the national average of 4.
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Staying active at nearby Barre Recreational Area and South Barre Park
South Barre has a plethora of recreational facilities and outdoor natural spaces. South Barre Park has a playground and fields, as well as a pavilion for picnics. The Barre Town Recreational Area is just east of the neighborhood, with athletic facilities like basketball and tennis courts. The recreational area is also home to the Town of Barre Community Dog Park and Barre Recreational Skate Park. To the north of South Barre sits the Barre Municipal Swimming Pool, Barre Skate Park and additional sports courts. Residents may also take advantage of the great outdoors. “There are all kinds of hunting and fishing opportunities,” Fowler says, emphasizing that the Millstone Hill trails are also popular among recreationists for hiking and nature walks.Local events and attractions in Barre
Barre Partnership is a Downtown Barre organization that spearheads community events in the area, including Barre’s biggest: The Heritage Festival. Every July, the city and town erupt as residents flock Downtown for dozens of local food and craft vendors, family-friendly activities and live music entertainment. The weekend celebration kicks off with a mile-long parade and caps with a firework display.Thunder Road is a quarter-mile speedway and car racing track that hosts the annual Vermont Milk Bowl. The late model race takes place every October for a full weekend, complete with an opening ceremony and three 50-lap segments. The Barre City Auditorium and B.O.R. Ice and Turf Arena host a variety of sporting events and concerts, and the arena also offers seasonal public skating and figure skating hours.
One of the area’s biggest attractions is the Barre Gray Quarry and Rock of Ages Visitors Center. The quarry, which has been in operation since 1885, delves 600 feet in depth and is the world’s largest operating deep-hole granite quarry. Guided tours run daily; visitors start at the Visitors Center and return to their cars for a “caravan-style” tour that leads to observation sites around the impressive quarry.
Small-town eateries on Main Street in Downtown Barre
A slew of shops and eateries line North Main Street in Downtown Barre, just north of the neighborhood. Favorites like The Quarry Kitchen and Spirits serve contemporary American dishes, while Cornerstone Pub and Kitchen offers an extensive list of craft brews in a gastropub setting. Down the street, a colorfully bedazzled and painted cat statue beckons visitors to Kitty Korner, a cat-themed café that allows customers to sip on specialty coffee drinks while petting kittens up for adoption. South Barre Road, which is the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, is lined with auto shops and local businesses and service providers. Hannaford is the closest grocery store, though options in Barre City include AR Market and Quality Market.Barre Unified Union schools offer farm-to-table education
South Barre students are part of the Barre Unified Union School District. Kids may start their education at the Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grades and receives a C-plus from Niche. The school’s community garden flourishes year-round through the Crops by Kids program, which teaches students about growing vegetables and fruits and promotes natural, healthy food options. From there, students can continue their agricultural education at Spaulding Educational Alternatives, a division of the B-minus-graded Spaulding High School that offers project-based learning opportunities. The alternative school is part of Vermont’s Farm-to-School program, which promotes sustainable farming.Connecting to Barre City, Montpelier and Burlington
South Barre Road runs north-south along the length of the neighborhood’s western side, connecting through Barre City to Route 302. Interstate 89 is about 4 miles west of South Barre. Downtown Montpelier is about 11 miles away from the neighborhood, while Burlington and the Burlington International Airport are approximately 47 miles away.
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Christina von Claparede-Crola
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lori Holt
Lori Holt
BHHS Vermont Realty Group/Montpelier
(802) 821-8362
127 Total Sales
1 in South Barre
$225,000 Price
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Alexander Aldrich
Alexander Aldrich
Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman / E. Montpelier
(802) 266-4472
29 Total Sales
2 in South Barre
$70K - $245K Price Range
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Michelle Gosselin
Michelle Gosselin
Responds QuicklyHeney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Barre)
(802) 883-3608
128 Total Sales
7 in South Barre
$115K - $435K Price Range
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Jordan Lafond
Jordan Lafond
Responds QuicklyKW Vermont
(802) 210-1312
63 Total Sales
3 in South Barre
$220K - $330K Price Range
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Darcy Handy
Darcy Handy
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX North Professionals
(802) 992-1740
345 Total Sales
1 in South Barre
$177,500 Price
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David White
DW
David White
Responds QuicklyOwnerEntry.com
(857) 837-6375
1,105 Total Sales
1 in South Barre
$89,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Barre | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Barre Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Barre, Barre sell after 371 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in South Barre, Barre over the last 12 months is $345,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,110
Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
173
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,581
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
36,154
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,008
Median Age
45
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,352
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,050
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
44.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
79.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
109''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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