Melissa Robinson
Coldwell Banker LIFESTYLES - Hanover
(802) 526-6145
189 Total Sales
1 in Chester
$1,335,000 Price
397 River St Chester, VT 05143
Chester Area
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,332
Sq Ft
2
Acre Lot
Highlights
- 2 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Walk-In Pantry
- Antique Architecture
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Natural Light
About This Home
As of August 2026Some properties just radiate a certain warmth, charm and magic and this home is definitely one of them. Imagine sitting on the front porch and listening the soft rustle of the willow tree leaves and the babbling brook trickling by, then you step inside and feel that you have walked into a home that was truly loved. The large kitchen offers nice upgrades including tile floor, granite countertops and appliances. The main level offers a bedroom, dining room, office space and living room. All of the windows have been replaced (except in the attic), updated electric panel, insulation done by Efficiency VT, new stoves in the barn room and living room (see MLS docs for the complete list). This property is perfect for anyone looking for a TRUE Vermont home with loads of potential. Great natural light, large bedrooms, hardwood floors and attached garage. One of the features I personally love is the screened stone patio (barn room) off the back of the house. The rustic beams and barn boards with wood stove is a wonderful space to relax and entertain. Above is unfinished space ready for your ideas, work out space? yoga studio? game room? There are pretty perennials and gardens surrounding the home. The back yard is private with attached shed space and back deck. Chester is a wonderful community and this home is perfectly situated for easy access to I91, Grafton, ski resorts, shopping and walking to the village green. The sellers have loved owning this home and have created many many memories here. Don't miss your chance to be the next stewards of this truly special property.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cummings & Co License #081.0120202 Listed on: 05/09/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1854
Lot Details
- 2 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned Neighborhood
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Antique Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Natural Light
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Walkup Attic
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Dirt Floor
- Crawl Space
Schools
- Chester-Andover Elementary School
- Green Mountain Uhsd #35 Middle School
- Greenmount High School
Utilities
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Forced Air Heating System
- Mini Split Heat Pump
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Green Energy Fireplace or Wood Stove
- Covered Patio or Porch
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Chester, VT
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Melissa Robinson
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Julie Buffum
Julie Buffum
Buffum Realty
(802) 722-7176
125 Total Sales
12 in Chester
$160K - $415K Price Range
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Jaime Durell
Jaime Durell
Responds QuicklyBHHS Verani Upper Valley
(339) 444-0372
123 Total Sales
1 in Chester
$693,500 Price
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Ross Doody
Ross Doody
Century 21 Highview Realty
(802) 810-8077
208 Total Sales
2 in Chester
$65K - $315K Price Range
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Christopher Cummings
Christopher Cummings
Cummings & Co
(413) 225-4215
40 Total Sales
3 in Chester
$65K - $129K Price Range
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Vin Morris
Vin Morris
BHHS Verani Upper Valley
(877) 865-3144
34 Total Sales
2 in Chester
$262K - $312K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | Sold | $275,000 | -15.4% | $83 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2026 06/14/26 | Price Changed | $325,000 | -6.9% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2026 05/09/26 | For Sale | $349,000 | -- | $105 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,179 | $258,800 | $50,000 | $208,800 |
| 2024 | $7,179 | $258,800 | $50,000 | $208,800 |
| 2023 | $4,026 | $262,600 | $53,800 | $208,800 |
| 2022 | $6,109 | $262,600 | $53,800 | $208,800 |
| 2021 | $6,196 | $262,600 | $53,800 | $208,800 |
| 2020 | $5,858 | $262,600 | $53,800 | $208,800 |
| 2019 | $5,699 | $290,400 | $67,500 | $222,900 |
| 2018 | $5,661 | $290,400 | $67,500 | $222,900 |
| 2017 | $0 | $290,400 | $67,500 | $222,900 |
| 2016 | $0 | $290,400 | $67,500 | $222,900 |
| 2015 | -- | $2,904 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $2,904 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,904 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lisa Kelley
Seller's Agent in 2026
Lisa Kelley
Cummings & Co
(802) 345-6581
143 Total Sales
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Robert Balewicz
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Robert Balewicz
Evergreen Realty of Vermont
(802) 558-6877
86 Total Sales
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 5087965
APN: 144-045-11325
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