34 S Main St

Danby, VT 05739

$799,000
Price
3
Beds
4,456 Sq. Ft.
$179 / Sq. Ft.
4,456
Sq. Ft.
$179
per Sq. Ft.
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If you’ve been dreaming of a place that blends modern living with total Vermont escape, this is it. Wake up to sweeping mountain views, step onto your expansive front deck with coffee in hand, or spend your afternoons enjoying your own private swimming hole and water slide: part of the famed Danby Slides, with beautifully crafted wrought iron stairs leading down to the brook. Set on over 8 acres, the property offers a rare mix of open space and wooded privacy, with endless potential to explore, relax,...If you’ve been dreaming of a place that blends modern living with total Vermont escape, this is it. Wake up to sweeping mountain views, step onto your expansive front deck with coffee in hand, or spend your afternoons enjoying your own private swimming hole and water slide: part of the famed Danby Slides, with beautifully crafted wrought iron stairs leading down to the brook. Set on over 8 acres, the property offers a rare mix of open space and wooded privacy, with endless potential to explore, relax, or create. Inside, the home feels more like a modern loft than a historic property: it's bright, open, and thoughtfully designed. The main living level features an airy open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and oversized windows that frame the views. A newly renovated kitchen (2023) with a large island and updated appliances makes it perfect for hosting and everyday living. Flexibility is a key highlight here. The first floor includes an attached garage, office space, and a separate retail area that can generate rental income or easily be converted into additional living space depending on your needs. While the home lives like new, its roots add a unique layer of character. Originally built in 1860 by Silas Griffith-Vermont’s first millionaire-and later owned by Pulitzer and Nobel Prize winner Pearl S. Buck, the property has been fully renovated in recent years, including updated systems, windows, roof, insulation, and the addition of modern efficiencies like heat pumps, central AC, solar, and smart thermostats. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, a retreat, or a property with income potential, this one offers a rare combination of style, space, and setting. Now being offered at $799,000.
  1. Listed by Katherine Zilkha • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Property Details for 34 South Main Street

Water Body Type
Stream
Water View
No
Waterfront Property
No
Zoning
multi use
LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2026 12:53 PM

Property Details for 34 South Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #5086047
Days on Market9
Taxes$13,787 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1860
Lot Size8.24 AC / 358,934 SF
CountyRutland County
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Building Information for 34 South Main Street

Stories3Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size8.24 AC / 358,934 SF

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Property Information for 34 South Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Danby
  • County: VT-Rutland
  • Directions: Take route 7A into Danby. Take a left on Depot St. and a right onto South Main St. House is on the left. Parking is in back.
  • Latitude: 43.346064175459908
  • Longitude: -72.996405830688488
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Zip Code: 05739
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 171-054-10705
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Common/Shared, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Country Setting, River Frontage, In Town
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.24
  • Road Frontage Length: 73.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Mill Brook
  • Total Finished Area: 4456.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4456.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1200.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Owner
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 358934.0
  • Total Area: 5656.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: Land Only
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Resort: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Water Body Restrictions: No
  • Year Built: 1860
  • School District: Bennington/Rutland
  • High School: Choice
  • Middle/Jr School: Choice
  • Elementary School: Currier Memorial School
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Green Mountain Power
  • Fuel Company: Suburban
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Community
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable
  • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
  • Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Light Blue
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Roof: Other, Asphalt Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Interior Access
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Office/Study, Level 1: Other
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Full Bathroom, Level 2: Kitchen, Level 2: Living/Dining
  • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 3: Loft, Level 3: Primary Bdm Ste
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Pellet Stove, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Multi Zone, Passive Solar
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Total Stories: 3
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 19 x 39
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Living/Dining
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 16
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 12
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 14
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 14
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Loft
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 11
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 8
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 39 x 26
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Other
Room 10
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 11
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 12
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter

Property History for 34 South Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5086047

$799,000—
Sep 5, 2025

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5029647

—
Jun 17, 2025

Price Change

New England Real Estate Network #5029647

$845,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5086047

$799,000
09/05/2025

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5029647

—
06/17/2025

Price Change

New England Real Estate Network #5029647

$845,000

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

Public Records for 34 South Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$145,100Additions$689,300Total$834,400
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size358,934 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRUTLANDAPN(054) 609

Schools near 34 South Main Street

This home is within Taconic and Green Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Currier Memorial Usd #23
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Currier Memorial Usd #23
PublicPK to 5

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More information about 34 South Main Street, Danby, VT 05739

34 South Main Street is a single family home for sale in Danby, VT 05739. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty, it's currently listed at $799,000. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on April 14, 2022. This listing's school district is Taconic and Green Regional School District. Nearby schools include Currier Memorial Usd #23. 34 South Main Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 4,456 sqft single family home built in 1860.

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