Seller's Agent in 2023
Derek Greene
Derek Greene
(860) 560-1006
4 in this area
2,957 Total Sales
532 Temple Rd Benson, VT 05743
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,451
Sq Ft
3.34
Acres
Highlights
- Barn
- 3.34 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- In Ground Pool
- Countryside Views
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2023The extraordinary history of this old stone schoolhouse was painstakingly researched and chronicled by author and former owner of the property, Erik Barnouw in his book “The House with a Past”. During Barnouw’s quest to learn more about the building, he discovered that, built in 1826, it originally served as a church for the Mormon pioneers during their early movement west, and thereafter as a one room schoolhouse for the young town of Benson, being aptly named "The Temple Schoolhouse". Rescued from abandonment and neglect, Barnouw restored the old stone building and joined it with a well-matched addition in the 1960’s. Situated on 3.3 acres, this unique property has had many updates over years (see attached list) including 16' x 32' in-ground fiberglass pool and the additions of a matching stone-faced 2 car garage with upstairs storage and a 36’x 36’ 4 stall Morton building ready for your animals or work shop. Loved for decades as the Barnouw family's summer retreat, it’s now time for this old stone schoolhouse to start a new chapter. Whether a year round home or a weekend Vermont getaway, you’ll enjoy the privacy of being off the beaten path. Close enough to work in the Middlebury or Rutland region, or to so many of Vermont’s recreation opportunities, from fishing and boating just minutes away on Lake Champlain, to golfing or skiing at nearby Killington resort. Bring your own ideas on what the future holds for this historic home and come see where home could be!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Adirmont Real Estate, LLC License #081.0118939 Listed on: 09/01/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1826
Lot Details
- 3.34 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Corner Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
- Wooded Lot
- Historic Home
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Concrete Foundation
- Slate Roof
- Stone Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,451 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Screened Porch
- Countryside Views
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range Hood
Flooring
- Carpet
- Radiant Floor
- Slate Flooring
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Benson Village Elementary School
- Fair Haven Uhsd #16 High School
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Propane
- Drilled Well
- Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
Additional Features
- In Ground Pool
- Barn
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 2, 2023
Closed on
Aug 25, 2023
Sold by
Ciulla Michael
Bought by
Jones Caitlin and Healy Allen K
Seller's Agent
Derek Greene
Derek Greene
Buyer's Agent
Derek Greene
Derek Greene
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-8.06%
Views
268
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,271
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.73%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 1, 2018
Closed on
Jul 31, 2020
Sold by
Gilmore Susanna S
Bought by
Ciulla Michael J
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Corey
Adirmont Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Gridley
RE/MAX North Professionals, Middlebury
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-12.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.28%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $285,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $175,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $175,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2023 08/25/23 | Sold | $285,000 | 0.0% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2023 08/08/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2023 08/01/23 | Price Changed | $285,000 | -8.1% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2023 06/02/23 | For Sale | $310,000 | +77.1% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2020 08/03/20 | Sold | $175,000 | 0.0% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2020 07/16/20 | Off Market | $175,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2020 07/16/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2019 07/31/19 | Price Changed | $199,000 | -0.5% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 09/01/2018 09/01/18 | For Sale | $199,900 | -- | $138 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,931 | $174,600 | $24,400 | $150,200 |
| 2023 | $4,035 | $174,600 | $24,400 | $150,200 |
| 2022 | $3,719 | $174,600 | $24,400 | $150,200 |
| 2021 | $5,037 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
| 2020 | $5,192 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
| 2019 | $4,860 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
| 2018 | $4,860 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
| 2017 | $4,843 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
| 2016 | $5,230 | $226,200 | $24,400 | $201,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Stephanie Corey
Adirmont Real Estate, LLC
(802) 353-8150
8 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Bonnie Gridley
RE/MAX
(802) 349-8646
1 in this area
122 Total Sales
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 4716261
APN: 054-016-10267
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