879 River Road

Closed 11/17/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$800,000

3 beds4 baths2,340 sqft$342/sqft

879 River Rd, Manchester, VT 05255

Single FamilyProperty Type

4 acresLot Size

1900Year Built

$342/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Authentic 1800's center chimney, hand hewn post and beam cape on coveted River Road within a short walk to the Battenkill River! This beauty has had the fireplace chimney's lined, the eat-in "keeping room" kitchen updated nicely, and the plank flooring is all intact! 12 over 12 windows, chair rails, exposed framing, and original doors and hardware are exceptional. The kitchen has a Dutch Oven large fireplace that is the hearth of the home and French doors that open to the screen porch. The adjacent...Authentic 1800's center chimney, hand hewn post and beam cape on coveted River Road within a short walk to the Battenkill River! This beauty has had the fireplace chimney's lined, the eat-in "keeping room" kitchen updated nicely, and the plank flooring is all intact! 12 over 12 windows, chair rails, exposed framing, and original doors and hardware are exceptional. The kitchen has a Dutch Oven large fireplace that is the hearth of the home and French doors that open to the screen porch. The adjacent office could also convert to a great walk-in pantry. The living room creates seating around a second fireplace and there is a main level primary suite option with third fireplace and en suite bath. Upper level jack and jill bedrooms and another second primary suite with walk in closet and bath comforts needs. The basement has been foam insulated...the mechanics are in great condition. The attached two bay garage moves through a mudroom, laundry and powder room to the kitchen. The cottage is also very enchanting as studio or improve to accommodate year round guests. This property offers a lot of storage, over the garage...a private screened in porch and level playing yard add to the enchanting spaces. This house is a true antique delight! Tenant occupied requires 24 hour notice... Mountain Views... Come make memories!

Sold By Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.

Listed by: Elizabeth Romano • Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.
Listed by: Laura Beckwith • Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.

Listing closed: 11/17/2025 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5058703

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Property Information for 879 River Road

Property Details

Taxes: $13,559 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Bennington County
Zoning: Residential

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1900
Lot Size: 4.00 AC / 174,240 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Manchester
County: VT-Bennington

Directions: From Manchester Village head south on Main Street, take a left onto River Road, drive 2.3 miles, after Richville Road meets River Road the house will be on the right hand side. See RE sign.
Latitude: 43.130054000001003
Longitude: -73.082273999999998
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: VT
Street Designation: Road
Zip Code: 05255

Taxes and HOA Information

SPAN Number: 375-116-12019
Tax Year: 2025

Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Capacity: 2.00

Driveway: Gravel

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Corner, Country Setting, Curbing, Landscaped, Wooded, Rural
Lot Size Acres: 4.0

Road Frontage Length: 196.0
Total Finished Area: 2340.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2340.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 672.0
AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1200.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Lot Size Square Feet: 174240.0
Total Area: 4212.0

Property and Assessments

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family

Flood Zone: No
PreConstruction: No
Surveyed: Unknown
Year Built: 1900
School District: Taconic and Green Regional
High School: Burr and Burton Academy
Middle/Jr School: Manchester Elementary& Middle
Elementary School: Manchester Elem/Middle School

Utilities

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Drywell

Water Source: Drilled Well
Utilities: Cable Available, Telephone Available
Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Color: White
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior

Roof: Slate

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
Basement: Yes

Basement Access Type: Interior
Basement Description: Concrete, Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Basement Stairs
Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen/Dining, Level 1: Laundry Room, Level 1: Library, Level 1: Living Room
Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom, Level 2: Office/Study
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling: None
Total Stories: 1.5
Rooms Total: 6
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Total: 4

Room Information

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 13'7 X 9'7
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Laundry Room

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 13'7 X 21'6
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Kitchen/Dining

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 13'6 X 8'
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Library

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 15'5 X 15'3
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Living Room

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 15'6 X 15'3
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 8'6 X 6'4
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bathroom Full

Room 7

Room Level: 1
Room Type: Bathroom Half

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 8'10 X 6'9
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Foyer

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 15' X 19'3
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 10

Room Dimensions: 8'5 X 7'2
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter

Room 11

Room Dimensions: 12'4 X 10'1
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 12

Room Dimensions: 7'2 X 8'4
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter

Room 13

Room Dimensions: 12'1 X 8'4
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Office/Study

Rental

Rent Information

Rented: Yes

Property History for 879 River Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 17, 2025	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5058703	$800,000	—
Nov 7, 2025	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5058703		—
Oct 2, 2025	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5058703		—
Aug 28, 2025	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5058703	$850,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/17/2025	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5058703	$800,000
11/07/2025	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5058703	—
10/02/2025	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5058703	—
08/28/2025	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5058703	$850,000

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

Schools near 879 River Road

This home is within Taconic and Green Regional School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Manchester Elementary/Middle School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	3.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Manchester Elementary/Middle School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	3.7 mi

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