#5047552, Tyleen Murray, Listing office: Kelley Real Estate, Inc.
#5047630·
Listing office: Engel & Volkers Okemo·
Listing agent: Geralyn Donohue·
Listing office phone: 802-377-7096
$649,000 List price
656 Main St Chester, VT 05143
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,040 sqft
0.4 acres
$213 / sqft
House
Property details
About 656 Main St
Magnificent Queen Ann Style Victorian with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths on .37 acres in Chester Village. The remarkable front porch has a beautiful archway and intricate, colorful ornamentation. A tiled entryway/coatroom leads to the elegant foyer with dramatic stairway and beautiful glass Art Nouveau Newel post light. The living room features a marble fireplace, pocket doors and original stained glass picture window. A formal dining room is ready for entertaining as is the well-appointed timeless kitchen with breakfast bar and a large picture window. The elegant great room is a wonderful living space and features skylights, radiant flooring and a dramatic Venetian window overlooking a lovely view in all seasons. Full length glass sliders lead to a side deck with automatic awning for evening sunset meals. An oversized swim spa/hot tub overlooks the meadow beyond and is a great place to unwind! The second floor has 3 bedrooms, a large bath with a clawfoot soaking tub, walk-in shower and a laundry room with half bath. A finished third floor provides office space, storage or room for overflow guests. The house has been thoughtfully outfitted with a dual heating system. In 2000 a barn/garage was constructed with a second floor for hobbies or additional office space. The lovely fenced in yard has garden space and perennial gardens and a lovely maple tree with a perfectly shaped crown. Walk to the Chester Commons, town recreation area and enjoy all that Chester has to offer!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOil, Electric, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
StatusActive
Size3,040 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.37 Acres
Year built1904
ParkingAuto Open, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Parking Spaces 5, Paved, Barn
MLS #5047630
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas Fireplace
Private poolYes
Virtual tour
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Attic - Hatch/Skuttle, Cathedral Ceiling, Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan, Draperies, Fireplace - Gas, Hot Tub, Laundry Hook-ups, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Soaking Tub, Storage - Indoor, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Window Treatment, Laundry - 2nd Floor
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Auto Open, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Parking Spaces 5, Paved, Barn
- Exterior: Barn, Deck, Fence - Full, Garden Space, Hot Tub, Natural Shade, Pool - Above Ground, Porch - Covered, Window Screens, Windows - Double Pane
- Heating: Oil, Electric, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $649,000
- Price/SqFt: $213
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,603
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From The Common, west on Main St. towards Andover. Past Church St. Property on right just past Buttonwood Farm.
- Year Built: 1904
- Living Area: 3,040 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.37 Acres
- MLS Number: 5047630
- Office Name: Engel & Volkers Okemo
- Office Phone: (802) 377-7096
- Listing Agent: Geralyn Donohue
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2017 | Home Sold | $315,000 |
| Apr 02, 2010 | Home Sold | $395,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $318,800 | $7,603 |
| 2022 | $318,800 | $7,603 |
| 2021 | $318,800 | $7,823 |
| 2020 | $318,800 | $- |
| 2019 | $409,900 | $8,603 |
| 2018 | $409,900 | $8,435 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Chester Andover Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.6 mi
•72 Main St
2
Union Street Elementary School
Public District 3-5
6.3 mi
•43 Union St
6
Charlestown Primary School
Public District PK-5
9.8 mi
•84 E Street Ext
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 $37,872. Typical income of Chester, VT residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
48%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
56%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
GMC
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 656 Main St
The listing price of 656 Main St property is $649,000.
The property 656 Main St is a house located in Chester, Vermont, 05143.
Active Listing: 656 Main St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 656 Main St are: Chester Andover Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Union Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Charlestown Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Riverside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Charlestown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bellows Falls Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Green Mountain Union High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Springfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Fall Mountain Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,603 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 11, 2017 for $315,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 656 Main St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 656 Main St is 3,040 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 656 Main St is 1904.
This home is located at 656 Main St in Chester, VT and zip code 05143. This 3,040 square foot home, which was built in 1904, sits on a 0.37 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,000.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Chester, VT. In the same period over 1 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Chester, VT between May and June 2025 increased by 71.4%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.