Purdy School House, est. 1850 - Step into history with this lovingly preserved former schoolhouse, offering timeless character with modern comfort. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a striking stone fireplace, this home blends warmth and charm. A full basement and attached one-car garage provide practical convenience. Set on 2.01 acres, the property includes a fenced dog yard and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally located close to area schools, shopping, and amenities, this is a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of history without sacrificing modern ease. All measurements on attached floor plans are approximate.
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Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
$550,000
1439 Main Street, Manchester, VT 05255
2beds
2,218sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
2.01 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking stone fireplaceAttached one-car garageTimeless characterBlends warmth and charmModern comfortFenced dog yardFull basement
- 192 days |
- 1,824 |
- 70 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 14, 2025 at 05:25am
Listed by:
Richard Slocum,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 802-362-4551
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5060633
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Wood, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Radiant, Mini Split
Cooling
- Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Walkout,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,690
- Total interior livable area: 2,218 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,218
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Dog Fence,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 330
Lot
- Size: 2.01 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near School(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 37511610267
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shingle,Standing Seam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Fiber Optic Internt Avail
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Manchester Center
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $478,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,632
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000+11.1%$248/sqft |
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| 3/12/2024 | Sold | $495,000$223/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4983065 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2024 | Contingent | $495,000$223/sqft |
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| 1/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $495,000+4%$223/sqft |
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| 3/15/2023 | Sold | $476,000+2.4%$215/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4939584 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2023 | Contingent | $465,000$210/sqft |
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| 12/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $465,000$210/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $478,500 |
| 2023 | -- | $478,500 +56.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2018 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2017 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $306,300 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $3,063 |
| 2014 | -- | $3,063 |
| 2013 | -- | $3,063 -6.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $3,287 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,287 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,287 |
| 2009 | -- | $3,287 |
| 2008 | -- | $3,287 -3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $3,400 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,620/mo
Principal & interest
$2836
Property taxes
$784
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Neighborhood: 05255
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Manchester Elementary/Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- NABurr & Burton AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Manchester Elem/Middle School
- Middle: Manchester Elementary& Middle
- High: Burr and Burton Academy
- District: Taconic and Green Regional
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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