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56 Wright Avenue, Burlington, VT, 05401

3beds
3baths
1,066sqft
$1,150,000
$1,079price/sqft
$7,659/moest. monthly cost
$306,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated 3-unit property in Burlington’s highly desirable South End, offering stunning views of Lake Champlain from each apartment. This well-maintained building features three one-bedroom units, each thoughtfully upgraded with quality finishes and modern systems. Recent improvements include all new windows, Therma-Tru exterior doors, and new flooring throughout. The bathrooms have been tastefully updated with tiled showers, and the property benefits from a new electrical service, upgraded plumbing, and an on-demand hot water system (2026). Additional highlights include energy-efficient mini-split systems, professional insulation for year-round comfort, and newly constructed covered porches with durable Trex decking—perfect for taking in the lake views. Ideally located, this property offers easy access to the Burlington Bike Path, University of Vermont Medical Center, and the vibrant Church Street Marketplace. Enjoy close proximity to the Burlington waterfront, along with an array of local shops, restaurants, and all that downtown Burlington has to offer.A rare opportunity to own a turnkey multi-family property in one of Burlington’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Getting Around

43
WalkingCar-Dependent
30
TransitSome Transit
88
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Champlain SchoolGrades PK-50.4 mi
7/10
Edmunds Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.2 mi
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1935

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Concrete,Interior Entry

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Vinyl
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,066

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Mini Split
  • Cooling features: Mini Split

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,066
  • Total interior livable area: 1,066 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 11403518306
  • Zoning description: Res Med density

Features

  • Levels: 1.75
  • Exterior features: Deck
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water
  • Waterbody name: Lake Champlain
  • Frontage length: Road frontage: 90

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,098 sqft
  • Features: City Lot,Level,Views

Parking

  • Parking features: Paved,Driveway,Off Site
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Winter Weather
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Vermont Counties

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,815$69,780
Home Insurance $210$2,520
Property Taxes $1,380$16,560
Electricity $254$3,053
Total$7,659$91,908

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$262,594/yr
40% on housing$229,770/yr
45% on housing$204,240/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.7%
5.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.7%
-1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,079This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 05401$282
Chittenden County$263

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 05401$396
Chittenden County$270

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-14Listed for sale$1,800,000
2014-10-20Sold$200,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBrian French
BrokerageBrian French Real Estate

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