NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 River St Chester, VT 05143

Estimated Value: $409,138 - $585,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,438 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2017

Last sale price $60,000 $42 Per Sq Ft

Est. 672% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,054/month

447 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.99 Acre Lot
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of March 2017

Investors and contractors take note. This great in-town 4.99 acre lot has an antique farmhouse and huge potential with a large lot fronting on 3 roads. Find a roomy kitchen, dining room, living room, den and a full bath. There is also an attached work shop. The upstairs offers a great bonus room that could work well as a game room or large office as well as three plus bedroom. The one bay garage with a covered carport is great storage. The large level yard is perfect for gardening or whatever your imagination can think up. The hearty blackberry bushes are a sweet treat in the summer months. Convenient in-town living, just a short walk to the village. This home is ready and waiting for your big hug!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joan Morey

Barrett and Valley Associates Inc. License #081.0001967 Listed on: 09/01/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Philip Atwood

Barrett and Valley Associates Inc. License #081.0001844

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1870

Lot Details

  • 4.99 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned Res 20

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior Basement Entry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Chester-Andover Elementary School
  • Green Mountain Uhsd #35 Middle School
  • Green Mountain Uhsd #35 High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Heater Leased
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1870

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Style: Farmhouse
  • Directions: From The Green continue South on Route 103. Once you cross over the bridge turn right onto N.River Street. House is on the right. See sign.
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Plan Survey Number: 15-948
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 41.72
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Remarks Public: Investors and contractors take note. This great in-town 4.99 acre lot has an antique farmhouse and huge potential with a large lot fronting on 3 roads. Find a roomy kitchen, dining room, living room, den and a full bath. There is also an attached work shop. The upstairs offers a great bonus room that could work well as a game room or large office as well as three plus bedroom. The one bay garage with a covered carport is great storage. The large level yard is perfect for gardening or whatever your imagination can think up. The hearty blackberry bushes are a sweet treat in the summer months. Convenient in-town living, just a short walk to the village. This home is ready and waiting for your big hug!
  • List Agent: 23202
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Equipment: CO Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Features Interior: Laundry Hook-ups
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Stairs - Interior, Unfinished
  • Level 1: Level 1: Den, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
  • Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom, Level 2: Office/Study, Level 2: Other
  • Room 1: Kitchen, 22X21, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, 16X11, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Living Room, 11X13, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: 2, 12X9
  • Room 7: Primary Bedroom, 14X13, On Level: 2
  • Room 8: Bedroom, 9X14, On Level: 2
  • Room 9: Bedroom, 9X14, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Den, 10X11, On Level: 1
  • Room 13: Other, 21X14, On Level: 2
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 1438
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 2110
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total BG: 672
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 1438
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 672

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation: Brick, Stone
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Features Exterior: Porch - Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 1
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Drywell, Septic
  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric, Rented, Tank
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Hot Air
  • Electric Company: GMP
  • Phone Company: VTEL
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities

Fee Information

  • Tax Class: Non-Homestead

Schools

  • School District: Two Rivers Supervisory Union
  • Elementary School: Chester-Andover Elementary
  • Middle School: Green Mountain UHSD #35
  • High School: Green Mountain UHSD #35
  • Elementary School: Chester-Andover Elementary
  • High School: Green Mountain UHSD #35

Lot Info

  • Lot Sq Ft: 217364
  • Lot Acres: 4.99
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Zoning: Res 20
  • Deed Book: 89
  • Deed Page: 210-211
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty

Tax Info

  • Tax Gross Amount: 5325.81
  • Tax Year: 2016

MLS Schools

  • School District: Two Rivers Supervisory Union
  • School Middle Jr: Green Mountain UHSD #35

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/30/2017 03/30/17 Sold $60,000 -59.9% $42 / Sq Ft
11/21/2016 11/21/16 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2015 09/01/15 For Sale $149,700 -- $104 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,182 $258,900 $46,700 $212,200
2023 $4,110 $258,900 $46,700 $212,200
2022 $6,173 $258,900 $46,700 $212,200
2021 $5,691 $231,900 $46,700 $185,200
2020 $5,469 $231,900 $46,700 $185,200
2019 $4,563 $217,400 $55,500 $161,900
2018 $1,972 $95,800 $55,500 $40,300
2016 $2,658 $131,700 $76,400 $55,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joan Morey

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Joan Morey

    Barrett and Valley Associates Inc.

    (802) 843-2390

    21 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Joan Morey
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Philip Atwood

    Barrett and Valley Associates Inc.

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 4448273

PrimeMLS

APN: 144-045-11405

Vermont Windsor County Chester 05143

159 River St, Chester, VT

This home is located at 159 River St, Chester, VT 05143 since 01 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $463,035, approximately $321 per square foot. This property was built in 1870. 159 River St is a home located in Windsor County with nearby schools including Chester-Andover Elementary School and Green Mountain Union High School.

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