656 Main St Chester, VT 05143
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,040
Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
Highlights
- Barn
- Deck
- Softwood Flooring
- Spa
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Victorian Architecture
About This Home
As of January 2025The Walter Austin House, a 3+ bedroom, 2.5 bath Queen Anne Victorian on .37 +/- acres in the Chester Village is a grand home that blends qualities from the Gilded Age with a more contemporary lifestyle. The first floor features a tiled mudroom, elegant foyer and spacious living room with an attractive marble gas fireplace. Original pocket doors open to the formal dining room. The efficient, classically styled kitchen has a breakfast bar, Corian countertops and accented glass-paned cabinets with a lovely picture window. The inviting Great Room has a cathedral ceiling, skylights and hardwood flooring with radiant heat and features a beautiful palladium-crowned triptych window overlooking the lovely pastoral view which delights in all seasons. The second floor features 3 bedrooms, a spacious bathroom with a clawfoot soaking tub and large tiled walk-in shower. The laundry room with half bath is across the hall and the finished third floor provides a quiet retreat with two finished rooms for office, study or guest overflow. The lovely, private grounds feature a deck with auto awning, a courtyard , a luxurious relaxing hot tub/swim spa, raised garden beds and established flower gardens. In addition to a one car garage, a two story post & beam barn provides additional garage and work space and a second floor rec room or office. Stroll to the Green or play Pickle Ball at the Rec area! Close to skiing, Summer theater, hiking and all the area has to offer. Showings begin on June 2nd.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Völkers Okemo Brokerage Phone: 802-377-7096 License #081.0004386 Listed on: 05/31/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,843
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned Residential 40,000
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Slate Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
- Vertical Siding
- Radon Mitigation System
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 2.5-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Blinds
- Drapes & Rods
- Stained Glass
- Dining Area
- Storage
- Laundry on upper level
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Softwood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Soaking Tub
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Connecting Stairway
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Outdoor Storage
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Chester-Andover Elementary School
- Green Mountain Uhsd #35 Middle School
- Green Mountain Uhsd #35 High School
Utilities
- Dehumidifier
- Furnace
- Baseboard Heating
- Radiant Heating System
- Programmable Thermostat
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Hard or Low Nap Flooring
- Barn
Listing and Financial Details
- 3% Total Tax Rate
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 31, 2024
Closed on
Jan 10, 2025
Sold by
Draper Donna
Bought by
Delaura John and Melenbacker Ingrid J
Seller's Agent
Geralyn Donohue
Engel & Völkers Okemo
Buyer's Agent
John Wetmore
Wetmore Real Estate
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-11.4%
Views
77
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.65%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 23, 2017
Closed on
Dec 8, 2017
Sold by
Adams James A and Norsworthy Stanley J
Bought by
Draper Donna J
Seller's Agent
Geralyn Donohue
Engel & Völkers Okemo
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Sanford
Walnut Hill Realty
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-19.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.85%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2010
Sold by
Mitchell George F
Bought by
Norsworthy Stanley J and Adams James A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $575,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $395,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | For Sale | $649,000 | +12.9% | $213 / Sq Ft |
| 01/10/2025 01/10/25 | Sold | $575,000 | -4.0% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2024 10/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2024 09/13/24 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -7.7% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2024 05/31/24 | For Sale | $649,000 | +106.0% | $213 / Sq Ft |
| 12/08/2017 12/08/17 | Sold | $315,000 | -6.0% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2017 09/28/17 | Price Changed | $335,000 | -6.7% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2017 08/25/17 | Price Changed | $359,000 | -4.9% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2017 07/27/17 | Price Changed | $377,500 | -3.0% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2017 06/23/17 | For Sale | $389,000 | -- | $125 / 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 | $8,844 | $318,800 | $28,700 | $290,100 |
| 2023 | $5,061 | $318,800 | $28,700 | $290,100 |
| 2022 | $7,602 | $318,800 | $28,700 | $290,100 |
| 2021 | $7,823 | $318,800 | $28,700 | $290,100 |
| 2020 | $7,519 | $318,800 | $28,700 | $290,100 |
| 2019 | $8,604 | $409,900 | $74,800 | $335,100 |
| 2018 | $8,436 | $409,900 | $74,800 | $335,100 |
| 2016 | $8,012 | $409,900 | $74,800 | $335,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Geralyn Donohue
Seller's Agent in 2025
Geralyn Donohue
Engel & Völkers Okemo
(802) 377-7096
30 in this area
84 Total Sales
-
John Wetmore
Buyer's Agent in 2025
John Wetmore
Wetmore Real Estate
(802) 457-1515
1 in this area
107 Total Sales
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Rebecca Sanford
Walnut Hill Realty
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 4998244
APN: 144-045-11183
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