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$525,000

491 Elm St Montpelier, VT 05602

3 beds
3 full
2,950 sqft
1.4 acres
$178 / sqft
House

Property details

About 491 Elm St

Welcome to easy living in this spacious, freshly painted ranch home just minutes from downtown Montpelier. Set on a large, flat lawn with frontage on the beautiful North Branch River — and safely outside the flood zone — this property offers the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and natural beauty. Inside, you’ll find an open floor plan designed for today’s lifestyle, featuring a bright living area that flows effortlessly into the kitchen and dining spaces. Three generously sized bedrooms and two bathrooms provide plenty of room to spread out. The basement adds even more potential with a large open layout and a partially finished 3/4 bath already in place, just awaiting your finishing touches. An attached two-car garage connects to a large mudroom, making everyday living easy in every season. Enjoy time outside on either the front or back decks, ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Whether you're looking to entertain, relax, or explore the vibrant Montpelier community, this freshly updated home is ready to welcome you.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingPropane, Forced Air
StatusActive
Size2,950 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.41 Acres
Year built1951
MLS #5039188
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $525,000
  • Price/SqFt: $177
  • Annual Tax Amount: $9,701
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: From State St. turn onto Elm St. (VT Rt. 12). House on right past Cummings St.
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,950 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1.41 Acres
  • MLS Number: 5039188
  • Office Name: birch+pine Real Estate Company
  • Office Phone: (802) 498-4142
  • Office Email: robyn@birchandpine.net
  • Listing Agent: Robyn Fulton

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 07, 2014
Home Sold
$304,900
Jun 29, 2007
Home Sold
$386,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$578,600$9,701
2022$306,500$9,701
2021$306,500$9,471
2020$306,500$8,374
2019$306,500$8,503
2018$306,500$8,233

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

East Montpelier Elementary School

Public District PK-6

3.9 mi

665 Vincent Flats Rd

6

Berlin Elementary School

Public District PK-6

4.1 mi

372 Paine Tpke N

7

Rumney School (Middlesex)

Public District PK-6

5.6 mi

433 Shady Rill Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,032. The most common annual income of people living in Montpelier, VT is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LincolnLincoln
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 491 Elm St

The listing price of 491 Elm St property is $525,000.

The property 491 Elm St is a house located in Montpelier, Vermont, 05602.

Active Listing: 491 Elm St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 491 Elm St are: East Montpelier Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Berlin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Rumney School (Middlesex) (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Main Street Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Barre City Elementary & Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Barre Town Middle & Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Montpelier High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), U - 32 Middle & High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Spaulding High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,701 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 7, 2014 for $304,900 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 491 Elm St has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 491 Elm St is 2,950 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 491 Elm St is 1951.

This home is located at 491 Elm St in Montpelier, VT and zip code 05602. This 2,950 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 1.41 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $525,000.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Montpelier, VT. In the same period over 5 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Montpelier, VT increased by 15% between May and June 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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