#5025347, Meg McGovern, Listing office: Donahue & Associates, LLC

159 Loomis St Burlington, VT 05401
Property details
About 159 Loomis St
A true Burlington classic, this historic, centrally located home unfolds across three generous floors, brimming with character, warmth, and the thoughtful touch of generations past and present. Five well-appointed bedrooms and intentional updates create an exceptional opportunity - whether you’re settling in or expanding your portfolio. The owners have enhanced the home with central AC, a gas stove, and more. The kitchen is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a large storage island and an open flow to the family room. Adjacent, a spacious living room invites gatherings after meals in the formal dining room. Just off the main living areas, a bright 3-season porch offers a peaceful retreat for morning coffee or reading. Upstairs, the serene primary suite boasts a pass-through closet leading to a bathroom centered around a soaking tub - an invitation to slow down. Two additional bedrooms and a ¾ bath complete this level. The third floor offers two more bedrooms, perfect for privacy or flexible use. Set on a .2-acre lot, the property includes a three-bay storage building with additional storage. The backyard feels like a private oasis with raised garden beds, a gravel pad ideal for a future hot tub, and plenty of space to play. Just moments from the University of Vermont, Champlain College, the waterfront, and public transportation! Homes like this don’t come along often - where every space invites you to stay a little longer. One of the owners is a licensed Vermont Realtor.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Attic - Hatch/Skuttle, Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Skylight, Soaking Tub, Storage - Indoor, Window Treatment, Wood Stove Hook-up, Programmable Thermostat, Laundry - Basement
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Driveway, Off Street, On-Site, On Street, Parking Spaces 4, Paved, Permit Required, Detached
- Exterior: Fence - Partial, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Storage
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $860,000
- Price/SqFt: $321
- Annual Tax Amount: $15,345
- Tax Year: 2023
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,674 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 5046955
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
- Office Phone: (802) 863-1500
- Listing Agent: Sarah Harrington
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
May 06, 2013 | Home Sold | $432,500 |
Apr 30, 2008 | Home Sold | $465,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $726,200 | $15,345 |
2022 | $726,200 | $15,345 |
2021 | $726,200 | $15,983 |
2020 | $397,500 | $15,983 |
2019 | $397,500 | $11,634 |
2018 | $397,500 | $11,173 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•299 Main St
2
Integrated Arts Academy
Public Magnet PK-5
0.6 mi
•6 Archibald St
3
Sustainability Academy
Public Magnet PK-5
0.7 mi
•123 North St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $30,217. Most Burlington, VT residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 159 Loomis St
The listing price of 159 Loomis St property is $860,000.
The property 159 Loomis St is a house located in Burlington, Vermont, 05401.
Active Listing: 159 Loomis St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 159 Loomis St are: Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Integrated Arts Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sustainability Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edmunds Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Winooski Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Winooski High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Burlington High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Burlington High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $15,345 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 6, 2013 for $432,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 159 Loomis St has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 159 Loomis St is 2,674 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 159 Loomis St is 1900.
This home is located at 159 Loomis St in Burlington, VT and zip code 05401 in the Old North End neighborhood. This 2,674 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $860,000.
Between April and May 2025, Burlington, VT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 86.2%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 52 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $572,000.