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HOA amenities draw residents to this Montpelier neighborhood
Perched on a plateau overlooking Vermont’s capital city, Murray Hill is a suburban neighborhood of Montpelier that prides itself on its well-kept streets, shared recreational amenities and sense of community. “Murray Hill is really the only neighborhood in the city that has single-family homes with an HOA,” says local Realtor and Montpelier native Janel Johnson, who has been selling homes in the area for 20 years. “People attracted to living up there want to make sure they are in a neighborhood that is very well taken care of.” Apart from maintenance and landscaping, the HOA also offers more substantial benefits, including heightened neighborhood safety – Murray Hill scores a 1 out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score – and a welcoming feel: “Murray Hill definitely has a nice, tight community vibe,” Johnson says. In addition to a suburban lifestyle, Murray Hill offers highly rated schools and proximity to the city’s quaint downtown district.
Murray Hill is a historic suburban community located minutes from Montpelier.
Residents of Murray Hill enjoy walking around its vibrant downtown.
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Colonial style homes are in abundant supply in Murray Hill.
Contemporary ranch-style and colonial homes boast mountain views
Woods surround the community, offering seclusion and privacy. “What’s lovely about this neighborhood is that it has the most recently built homes in the city,” Johnson says, noting that most were built in the late 1980s to early '90s. “There’s a nice mix of single-family homes and condos, and both are highly sought after and generally sell pretty quickly.” Contemporary ranch and raised ranch-style homes mingle with colonial and Cape-style houses. The median lot size is just under a third of an acre. Another perk of Murray Hill’s homes is sweeping mountain vistas: “The views of the Camel Hump and surrounding mountains from most properties are spectacular,” Johnson says. While condos can range in price between $350,000 and $550,000, single-family houses typically list from the mid $300,000s for a minimalist ranch style to the low $800,000s for larger colonial builds.
Shared recreational amenities and nearby Montpelier Recreation Area
Johnson says Murray Hill’s recreational amenities appeal to homeowners. “The nice tennis courts and pool are a real draw for residents,” she says. “They use the tennis courts for both tennis and pickleball, so there’s often people there for one or the other.” Across the street, a generous tract of green space expands along Murray Hill Drive, serving as a common open area for additional recreation. “The pool is a pretty popular spot in the summer, but the hill is used for sledding in the winter,” Johnson says.
Hubbard Park, the city’s largest, sits about a mile west of the neighborhood. Stretching 200 acres with over 7 miles of hiking and skiing trails, the expansive park is a destination for outdoor recreation for the entire city. A mile farther north, the Montpelier Recreation Area offers athletic facilities, such as a baseball diamond and soccer field, and has a playground and public pool.
The closest park to Murray Hill, is Hubbard Park that offers miles of trails in the woods.
You can find basketball courts at the Montpelier Recreation Park.
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Minutes from Downtown Montpelier’s eclectic mix of shops and restaurants
Downtown Montpelier begins at the base of the hill, only a mile from the Murray Hill neighborhood. “It’s close to downtown, but the neighborhood is up a hill, so residents can’t walk,” Johnson says, “but it’s still an easy three-minute drive to town.” Main Street’s historic brick buildings house unique shops, eclectic boutiques, cozy eateries and local businesses. Mainstay restaurants include Three Penny Taproom, London Street Tavern and The Skinny Pancake, which is a favorite for brunch. Charlie O’s has been serving the community since 1976 and is known for its divey atmosphere, complete with pool tables, pinball machines and live music. Grocery options include Shaw’s and Hunger Mountain Co-op.
Three Penny Taproom serves classic pub fare with both indoor and outdoor seating.
For all of your local grocery store needs, head to Shaws in downtown Montpelier.
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Highly rated academics in Montpelier Roxbury Public School District
Kids in Murray Hill are zoned for the Montpelier Roxbury Public School District, which Niche ranks the fifth-best school district in Vermont. Kindergarteners through fourth graders may start at Union Elementary School, rated B-plus, before continuing to Main Street Middle for fifth through eighth. Montpelier High School offers different approaches to its curriculum through community-based learning and flexible pathway programs, both of which encourage students to forge unique experiences that cater to individual needs. The middle and high schools have an A-minus grade on Niche, with top marks for academics and teachers.
Main Street Middle School in Montpelier, VT serves students in grades 5 through 8.
Montpelier High School is a public secondary school in Montpelier and serves grades 9-12.
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Proximity to Interstate 89 and 40 miles from Burlington
Main Street, the primary roadway in Murray Hill, follows the neighborhood’s eastern side. It meets Route 12 Downtown and connects to Route 2 and Memorial Drive. The neighborhood sits about 3 miles from Interstate 89, which links residents to Burlington and the Burlington International Airport, 40 miles away.
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Transit
Airport
Patrick Leahy Burlington International
56 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Murray Hill
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Murray Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Murray Hill, Montpelier sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Murray Hill, Montpelier over the last 12 months is $439,380.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
354
Median Age
48
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,249
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,075
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
63.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
93''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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