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34 Sylvester Road, Montgomery Center, VT, 05471

3beds
2baths
1,589sqft
$279,900
$176price/sqft
$2,145/moest. monthly cost
$85,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home ideally located just 15 minutes from Jay Peak Ski & Resort and close to local schools and the park. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a Vermont getaway, this home offers comfort, flexibility, and convenience all in one. The first floor has been completely renovated, featuring a full interior remodel that blends modern updates with cozy charm. Enjoy brand-new windows and siding for improved efficiency and curb appeal, along with refreshed living spaces that feel bright, clean, and move-in ready. Upstairs, you’ll find a thoughtfully designed in-law suite complete with its own kitchen, living area, bedroom, and full bathroom. This private second-floor space offers incredible versatility—perfect for extended family, guests, multi-generational living, or even potential rental income. As a single-family home, you maintain full ownership and privacy, while still benefiting from the flexibility that a separate in-law suite provides. It’s the best of both worlds. If you’ve been looking for a home that offers updates, location, and built-in flexibility near one of Vermont’s premier four-season destinations, this one checks all the boxes.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
2
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
Montgomery Center SchoolGrades PK-81.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1880

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Exterior

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Farm

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: 1st Floor Laundry

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Dirt,Interior Stairs,Unfinished,Interior Entry

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • In-Law Suite,Kitchen/Dining,Kitchen/Living
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,589

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Propane,Hot Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,589
  • Total interior livable area: 1,589 sqft

Property

Details

  • Zoning description: Residential

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.33 Acres
  • Features: Level,Open Lot

Parking

  • Parking features: Dirt

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Ice Storm
Landslide
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Vermont Counties

Flood
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 $1,415$16,980
Home Insurance $150$1,800
Property Taxes $326$3,912
Electricity $254$3,053
Total$2,145$25,740

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$73,542/yr
40% on housing$64,350/yr
45% on housing$57,200/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: 7.8%
7.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.0%
-1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$176This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 05471$134
Franklin County$187

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 05471$203
Franklin County$201

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
2026-04-22Price change$289,900
2026-04-06Price change$294,900
2026-02-27Listed for sale$299,900
2026-02-24Listing removed--
2026-02-15Listed for sale$315,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSherry Corbeil
BrokerageM Realty

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