249 Ward Rd Poultney, VT 05764
Property details
About 249 Ward Rd
This historic 1830's stately home brags about the 3 + Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, on 57.9 acres of Vermont conserved land; a nice mix of meadows and forest. There is a two story post and beam 20 X 44 barn with walkout. This historic home is situated on a publicly maintained dirt road close the restaurants and amenities. There are nice views across the fields from the back of the home. For all your recreation desires, the D & H Rail trail cuts across the back corner of the property behind the fields. There is a small VT gravel bed stream that meanders through the property. The home is spacious with large rooms. This kitchen includes a spacious pantry; which also includes the first floor washer and dryer. The formal dining room has a wood burning stove insert and each of the large rooms have a fireplace. There are extra rooms that could be a home office or crafting space. Perfect location to watch your animals graze in the fields, hike on your trails or to just reset your mind sitting on the front porch. Properties like this do not come available often. Don't hesitate to take a look at your earliest convenience!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
- Interior: Attic - Hatch/Skuttle, Draperies, Kitchen Island, Soaking Tub, Wood Stove Insert, Laundry - 1st Floor
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Exterior: Barn, Outbuilding, Porch - Covered, Poultry Coop
- Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Other
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $749,000
- Price/SqFt: $269
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,131
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: GPS to 249 Ward Road, Poultney, VT
- Year Built: 1831
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,780 SqFt
- Lot Size: 57.9 Acres
- MLS Number: 5047852
- Office Name: NY and VT Real Estate Company
- Office Phone: (518) 791-0979
- Office Email: nyvtrealestateco@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Cynthia Hollister
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2018 | Home Sold | $280,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $347,200 | $8,131 |
| 2022 | $347,200 | $8,131 |
| 2021 | $347,200 | $8,131 |
| 2020 | $347,200 | $7,232 |
| 2019 | $347,200 | $5,053 |
| 2018 | $347,200 | $5,180 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Poultney Elementary School
Public District PK-6
2.8 mi
•96 School Cir
3
Castleton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.0 mi
•263 Elementary School Rd
3
Whitehall Elementary School
Public District PK-6
7.8 mi
•99 Buckley Rd
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 $57,361. Residents of Poultney, VT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country
Oldies
Frequently asked questions
About 249 Ward Rd
The listing price of 249 Ward Rd property is $749,000.
The property 249 Ward Rd is a house located in Poultney, Vermont, 05764.
Active Listing: 249 Ward Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 249 Ward Rd are: Poultney Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Castleton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Whitehall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Fair Haven Grade School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Rutland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Orwell Village School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Poultney High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Fair Haven Union High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Whitehall Junior-Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $8,131 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2018 for $280,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 249 Ward Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 249 Ward Rd is 2,780 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 249 Ward Rd is 1831.
This home is located at 249 Ward Rd in Poultney, VT and zip code 05764. This 2,780 square foot home, which was built in 1831, sits on a 57.90 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.