89 Merson Street

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$299,000

Est: $2,030/moGet pre-approved

3 beds2 baths1,829 sqft

89 Merson St, Bennington, VT 05201

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.93 acresLot Size

1950Year Built

$163/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 89 Merson Street! This charming Cape style home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a half bathroom, and nearly an acre of land on a quiet in town street. Inside, you’ll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, a spacious family room with a fireplace, and a new Weil-McLain boiler installed in February 2026. What truly sets this property apart is its incredible versatility. The bonus space presents endless possibilities for a home based business, professional...Welcome to 89 Merson Street! This charming Cape style home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a half bathroom, and nearly an acre of land on a quiet in town street. Inside, you’ll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, a spacious family room with a fireplace, and a new Weil-McLain boiler installed in February 2026. What truly sets this property apart is its incredible versatility. The bonus space presents endless possibilities for a home based business, professional office, hobby space, expanded living area, or potential in-law accommodations. Whether you’re looking for room to grow, work from home, or create a space tailored to your lifestyle, this home offers the flexibility to make it happen. The generous lot and rear garage access provide additional opportunities for future improvements. Buyers may appreciate the potential to enhance accessibility and functionality with a redesigned driveway configuration, such as a circular drive, while maximizing the usefulness of the garage space and expansive yard. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Bennington’s shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and local attractions, while still enjoying the privacy of a large lot. With easy access to area hiking trails, ski resorts, and major routes to Boston and New York, this property combines location, character, and opportunity in one exceptional package.

98 days on Market

Listed by: Brooke Thomson Drew • Mahar McCarthy Real Estate

Last updated: 09/17/2026 03:47 PM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5095251

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Property Information for 89 Merson Street

Property Details

Taxes: $5,205 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Bennington County
Zoning: Village Residential

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1950
Lot Size: 0.93 AC / 40,510 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Bennington
County: VT-Bennington

Directions: From South Street (Rt 7) turn onto Merson Street, house is on right. Look for sign.
Latitude: 42.871373000001000
Longitude: -73.197389000000001
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: VT
Street Designation: Street
Zip Code: 05201

Taxes and HOA Information

SPAN Number: 05101568670
Tax Year: 2026

Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Capacity: 2.00

Driveway: Dirt

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: City Lot, Interior Lot, Neighbor Business, Slight, Street Lights, Wooded, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital
Lot Size Acres: 0.93

Road Frontage Length: 260.0
Total Finished Area: 1829.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1829.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1000.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Estimated
Lot Size Square Feet: 40511.0
Total Area: 2829.0

Property and Assessments

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family

Property Condition: Existing
Flood Zone: No
PreConstruction: No
Surveyed: Unknown
Year Built: 1950
High School: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
Middle/Jr School: Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch

Utilities

Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
Sewer: Public Sewer On-Site

Water Source: Public Water On-Site
Utilities: Cable Available, Telephone Available
Internet: Fiber Optic Internt Avail, High Speed Intrnt Avail

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Clapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior
Roof: Shingle

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Owned Water Heater
Basement: Yes

Basement Access Type: Walkout
Basement Description: Concrete, Full, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bonus Room, Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bedroom, Level 1: Office/Study
Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl Plank, Wood
Heating: Wood, Steam
Cooling: None
Total Stories: 1.5
Rooms Total: 10
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 Dimensions: 17'10" x 11'8"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Living Room

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 13'3" x 11'8"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Dining Room

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 10'10" x 11'
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Kitchen

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 22'11" x 11'
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 11'5" x 10'
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Office/Study

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 6'5" x 7'1"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bathroom Full

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 20'8" x 13'8"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bonus Room

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 5'6" x 3'4"
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bathroom Half

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 13'3" x 13'1"
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 10

Room Dimensions: 11'9" x 12'10"
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 89 Merson Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jun 17, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5095251	$325,000	—
Jun 15, 2026	Expired New England Real Estate Network #5064108		—
Oct 2, 2025	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5064108	$339,000	—
Mar 11, 2025	Expired New England Real Estate Network #5006992		—
Jul 26, 2024	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5006992	$269,000	—
Oct 3, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1499255567	$55,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
06/17/2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5095251	$325,000
06/15/2026	Expired New England Real Estate Network #5064108	—
10/02/2025	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5064108	$339,000
03/11/2025	Expired New England Real Estate Network #5006992	—
07/26/2024	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5006992	$269,000
10/03/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1499255567	$55,000

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

Public records

89 Merson Street

Beds

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,829 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,829 SqFt

Lot Size

40,511 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 89 Merson Street

This home is within Mount Anthony Union High School District #14.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
1/10	Bennington Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.7 mi
3/10	Mt. Anthony Union Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.4 mi
5/10	Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.1 mi
5/10	Molly Stark School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.9 mi
NR	Monument School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.0 mi
NR	Grace Christian School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	1.6 mi
NR	The School Of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi
NR	Bennington Regional Day Program	Private - Nearby school	3 to 5	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
1/10	Bennington Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.7 mi
3/10	Mt. Anthony Union Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.4 mi
5/10	Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14 Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.1 mi
5/10	Molly Stark School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	1.9 mi
NR	Monument School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	1.0 mi
NR	Grace Christian School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	1.6 mi
NR	The School Of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Bennington Regional Day Program Private3 to 5 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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More information about 89 Merson Street, Bennington, VT 05201

89 Merson Street is a single family home for sale in Bennington, VT 05201. This property was listed for sale on June 17, 2026 by Mahar McCarthy Real Estate, it's currently listed at $299,000. It has been on the market for a total of 98 days and was last sold on October 3, 2022. This listing's school districts are Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87, Mount Anthony Union High School District #14. Nearby schools include Bennington Elementary School, Mt. Anthony Union Middle School and Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14. 89 Merson Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,829 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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