




81 Main Street, Chester, VT, 05143
About This Home
Step into a piece of Chester's history with this sprawling Folk Victorian offering over 3,800 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, and four bathrooms. Rich in character and architectural detail, this home offers the space and flexibility to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout, including a spacious living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and a large entertainment room complete with a wet bar, creating an ideal setting for gatherings, celebrations, or relaxing at home. The thoughtfully designed primary suite features a beautiful en-suite bathroom, while first-floor laundry adds everyday convenience. The flexible floor plan provides abundant space for family, guests, remote work, hobbies, or multi-generational living. Outside, a paved driveway leads to a detached one-car garage, and the level backyard offers plenty of room for recreation, gardening, pets, or outdoor entertaining. Mature trees and established landscaping create a natural buffer from the road, providing a sense of privacy while remaining just moments from Chester's village amenities, shops, restaurants, and community events. Combining historic character, generous living space, and a highly desirable location, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Chester's classic homes. Conveniently located just minutes from I-91 and within easy reach of Okemo Mountain Resort, Magic Mountain, Bromley Mountain, Stratton Mountain, and other Southern Vermont outdoor destinations, this property offers year-round access to skiing, hiking, recreation, and travel throughout the region.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete,Stone
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
- Construction materials: Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic Vintage,Other,Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Mini Fridge,Refrigerator,Washer,Electric Stove
- Laundry features: 1st Floor Laundry
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Bar,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Primary BR w/ BA,Soaking Tub,Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Fireplace Screens/Equip,Wood Burning,1 Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-up
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,865
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Oil,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Wall Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,265
- Total interior livable area: 3,865 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 14404511906
- Zoning description: Village Center
Features
- Levels: 2.5
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch,Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Building,Garden,Natural Shade
Lot
- Lot size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Level,Major Road Frontage,Sidewalks,Street Lights,In Town,Near Shopping,Near Skiing,Near Snowmobile Trails,Near Public Transit,Near School(s)
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Vermont Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance | $195 | $2,340 |
| Property Taxes | $614 | $7,368 |
| Electricity | $491 | $5,900 |
| Total | $3,575 | $42,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20 | Price change | $450,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Price change | $460,000 |
| 2026-06-18 | Listed for sale | $475,000 |
| 2023-02-10 | Sold | $460,000 |
| 2022-12-22 | Pending sale | $479,000 |
| 2022-10-18 | Listed for sale | $479,000 |
| 2022-09-22 | Pending sale | $479,000 |
| 2022-09-10 | Listed for sale | $479,000 |
| 2019-08-29 | Listing removed | $299,000 |
| 2018-10-31 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2018-09-12 | Listed for sale | $329,000 |
| 2016-11-29 | Listing removed | $365,000 |
| 2016-05-28 | Listed for sale | $365,000 |
| 2016-04-01 | Listing removed | $379,000 |
| 2015-08-27 | Listed for sale | $379,000 |
| 2004-01-05 | Sold | $255,000 |
