257 Watrous Road

Active

$279,500

2 beds2 baths1,128 sqft

257 Watrous Rd, Rupert, VT 05776

Est: $1,783/moGet pre-approved

Single FamilyProperty Type

2.98 acresLot Size

1970Year Built

$248/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Charming Vermont Chalet on 3 Pastoral Acres Backing Up to Merck Forest! Embrace the ultimate Vermont lifestyle with this versatile 1970s chalet on +/-3 pristine acres of open pasture and woods. Located on a quiet country road bordering the 3,000+ acre Merck Forest & Farmland Center, this property offers incredible privacy and direct outdoor access. Perfectly suited as a year-round home, ski getaway, or mini-farm, it features some recent updates, including a propane furnace and electric hot water...Charming Vermont Chalet on 3 Pastoral Acres Backing Up to Merck Forest! Embrace the ultimate Vermont lifestyle with this versatile 1970s chalet on +/-3 pristine acres of open pasture and woods. Located on a quiet country road bordering the 3,000+ acre Merck Forest & Farmland Center, this property offers incredible privacy and direct outdoor access. Perfectly suited as a year-round home, ski getaway, or mini-farm, it features some recent updates, including a propane furnace and electric hot water heater (both under 10 years old). The home does need some TLC, including new windows and a new sliding glass door, providing a great opportunity to build equity. Property Highlights: 3-Level Chalet Layout: Ground Floor: Mudroom/utility entry, open-concept kitchen and dining family room area with patio access, and a full bath. Main (2nd) Level: Light-filled living room with cathedral ceilings, wood stove, and deck access. Primary suite including a 3/4 bath plus a flexible space for an office or walk-in closet. Third Level: Top-floor loft bedroom, ideal for guests or additional living space. Land & Outbuildings: 3 Acres: Mix of pasture and woods, ideal for gardening or homesteading. Detached 2-Car Garage: Ample room for vehicles, gear, or a workshop. Livestock-Ready: Includes a run-in shed for horses, sheep, or goats. Prime Location: 5-7 minutes to historic Dorset Village; 15–20 minutes to Manchester shopping, dining, and nearby ski resorts.

13 days on Market

Listed by: Scott Mcchesney • McChesney RE, Inc.
Listed by: Robin Chesnut-Tangerman • McChesney RE, Inc.

Last updated: 10/05/2026 02:51 PM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5111601

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Property Information for 257 Watrous Road

Property Details

Taxes: $3,490 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Bennington County
Zoning: Rural Residential

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1970
Lot Size: 2.98 AC / 129,808 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Rupert
County: VT-Bennington

Directions: From Dorset, south on Route 30 to Route 315 West toward Rupert 3.6 miles. Watrous Road is on the left and the destination will be on the left.
Latitude: 43.272903096962800
Longitude: -73.186495862863893
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: VT
Street Designation: Road
Zip Code: 05768

Taxes and HOA Information

SPAN Number: 537-169-10002
Tax Year: 2026

Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Capacity: 2.00

Driveway: Gravel

Virtual Tour

Property Panorama Virtual Tour: https://tour.primemls.com/257-Watrous-Road-Rupert-VT-05768/unbranded

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Agricultural, Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Mountain View, Sloping, Trail/Near Trail, View, Walking Trails, Wooded, Abuts Conservation, Private
Lot Size Acres: 2.98

Road Frontage Length: 338.0
Total Finished Area: 1128.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1128.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 129809.0
Total Area: 1128.0

Property and Assessments

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family

Property Condition: Existing
Flood Zone: No
PreConstruction: No
Resort: No
Surveyed: Unknown
Year Built: 1970
High School: Choice
Middle/Jr School: Choice
Elementary School: Mettawee Community School

Utilities

Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
Sewer: Septic

Water Source: Drilled Well
Utilities: Phone, Propane, Telephone Available
Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Color: Beige
Construction Materials: Wood Frame

Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Interior Features

Basement: No
Basement Description: Slab

Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Utility Room
Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Living Room, Level 2: Primary Bedroom
Flooring: Slate/Stone, Softwood
Heating: Propane, Hot Air
Cooling: None
Total Stories: 2.5
Rooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 0
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2

Room Information

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Kitchen

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Dining Room

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 12 x 13
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Family Room

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 6 x 8
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Utility Room

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 12 x 23
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Living Room

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Property History for 257 Watrous Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 24, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5111601	$279,500	—
Aug 1, 2013	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #366521305	$150,000	-4.0% / yr
Jul 2, 2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #301077624	$192,500	+73.0% / yr
Jun 30, 2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #547328328	$64,190	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/24/2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5111601	$279,500
08/01/2013	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #366521305	$150,000 -4.0% / yr
07/02/2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #301077624	$192,500 +73.0% / yr
06/30/2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #547328328	$64,190

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 257 Watrous Road

Taxable Value

Land

$48,300

Additions

$97,500

Total$145,800

Tax Record

2025

$2,489 ($207 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

Lot Size

129,809 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

County

BENNINGTON

APN

(169)10002

Schools near 257 Watrous Road

This home is within Mettawee School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Mettawee Community School Usd #47	Public - Serves this home	PK to 6	8.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Mettawee Community School Usd #47 PublicPK to 6 Serves this home	8.0 mi

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More information about 257 Watrous Road, Rupert, VT 05776

257 Watrous Road is a single family home for sale in Rupert, VT 05776. This property was listed for sale on September 24, 2026 by McChesney RE, Inc., it's currently listed at $279,500. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on August 1, 2013. This listing's school district is Mettawee School District. Nearby schools include Mettawee Community School Usd #47. 257 Watrous Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,128 sqft single family home built in 1970.

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