Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,525 sqft$210/sqft
870 Cummings Rd, Chester, VT 05143
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.6 acresLot Size
1960Year Built
$210/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

They say location is key for a property, if that is true this home knocks it out of the park. Located on a quiet country road less than 3 miles to Chester and 6 miles to Springfield sits this well-maintained ranch home on 2.6 mostly open acres. The open and slightly sloping yard has of established landscaping offering lots of opportunity for gardening, recreation and just good old-fashioned relaxing. Roomy screened porch allows you to enjoy outside all summer without worrying about bugs or rain....They say location is key for a property, if that is true this home knocks it out of the park. Located on a quiet country road less than 3 miles to Chester and 6 miles to Springfield sits this well-maintained ranch home on 2.6 mostly open acres. The open and slightly sloping yard has of established landscaping offering lots of opportunity for gardening, recreation and just good old-fashioned relaxing. Roomy screened porch allows you to enjoy outside all summer without worrying about bugs or rain. Oversized 2 car garage, while not attached does have a covered walkway to the house providing coverage from the elements. The roomy eat-in kitchen has stainless appliances and updated countertops. The light filled living room has views of neighboring pasture as well as open yard. 3 bedrooms and full bath round out the main living area. Hardwood floors give a warm and cozy vibe. Walk out basement has a nicely finished family room with wood stove overlooking the back yard. Laundry room, 1/2 bath and a bonus room finish off this very clean and dry basement. Outbuildings include a pool house for storing all the pool supplies for the above ground pool and you might be able to find a place for a hen or two. Well-maintained, manageable in size make this the perfect home for most anyone. Please call for a showing today!

    Sold By Evergreen Realty of Vermont

    • Listed by: Julie Buffum • Buffum Realty
    Listing closed: 12/18/2025 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5063236

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $295,000

    Avg days on market

    43

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.3%

    Chester, VT

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    Location

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    30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

    Principal and Interest

    $1,627

    Property Taxes

    $441

    HOA Dues

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    Property Information for 870 Cummings Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,286 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • Zoning: R5
    Building Information
    • Stories: 1
    • Year Built: 1960
    • Lot Size: 2.60 AC / 113,256 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Chester
    • County: VT-Windsor
    • Directions: Route 11 turn onto Cummings Rd, home will be on your left, see sign. Use GPS for best directions from your location
    • Latitude: 43.277517732566842
    • Longitude: -72.571369152114883
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Zip Code: 05143
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 144-045-10921
    • Tax Year: 2026
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 2.00
    • Driveway: Gravel
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Lot Features: Country Setting, Sloping
    • Lot Size Acres: 2.6
    • Road Frontage Length: 316.0
    • Total Finished Area: 1525.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area: 1025.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
    • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Measured
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 500.0
    • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
    • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 275.0
    • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Estimated
    • Lot Size Square Feet: 113256.0
    • Total Area: 1800.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: No
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1960
    • School District: Chester School District
    • High School: Green Mountain UHSD #35
    • Elementary School: Chester-Andover Elementary
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: Green Mtn Power
    • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Private
    • Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
    • Utilities: Telephone Available
    • Internet: Fiber Optic Internt Avail
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: Red
    • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    Interior Features
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Concrete, Concrete Floor, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Basement Stairs
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: Eat-in Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Family Room, Level B: Laundry Room
    • Heating: Forced Air
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 1
    • Rooms Total: 5
    • Bathrooms Full: 1
    • Bathrooms Half: 1
    • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
    • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bathrooms Total: 2
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Eat-in Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 3
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 4
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 5
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 6
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 7
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bathroom Full
    Room 8
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry Room

    Property History for 870 Cummings Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Dec 18, 2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    $320,000
    Oct 27, 2025

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    Sep 25, 2025

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    $329,000
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    12/18/2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    $320,000
    10/27/2025

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    09/25/2025

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5063236

    $329,000

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

    Public Records for 870 Cummings Road

    Taxable ValueLand$51,500Additions$129,900Total$181,400
    Tax Record2025$3,386 ($282 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,050 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,025 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,025 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt256 SqFtLot Size113,256 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960CountyWINDSORAPN(045) 342033

    Schools near 870 Cummings Road

    This home is within Green Mountain Unified School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 6
    Public - 7 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Chester-Andover Usd #29
    PublicPK to 6

    Green Mountain Uhsd #35
    Public7 to 12

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 870 Cummings Road, Chester, VT 05143
    $320,000
    3
    1,525
    113,256
    $45,000
    5
    2.5
    2,957
    443,876
    $68,000
    3
    2
    2,734
    270,072
    $50,000
    440,391
    $45,000
    132,422
    $42,000
    179,902

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