55 Monument Ave

Bennington, VT 05201

$475,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,675 Sq. Ft.
$178 / Sq. Ft.
2,675
Sq. Ft.
$178
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 3/1/22Virtual Tour
Closed 3/1/22Virtual Tour

Description

Located on one of the prettiest streets in Bennington, this proud Colonial has been lovingly cared for and is ready to invite you home. Built in 1787, this gem has stood the test of time! Known as the Asa Hyde house, a cabinet maker from Connecticut who came to Bennington to work on the building of the Old First Church. Walk across the street to see his craftsmanship or take a stroll to the Bennington Battle Monument. A short walk to downtown and the Putnam Block with dining, shops and so much more....Located on one of the prettiest streets in Bennington, this proud Colonial has been lovingly cared for and is ready to invite you home. Built in 1787, this gem has stood the test of time! Known as the Asa Hyde house, a cabinet maker from Connecticut who came to Bennington to work on the building of the Old First Church. Walk across the street to see his craftsmanship or take a stroll to the Bennington Battle Monument. A short walk to downtown and the Putnam Block with dining, shops and so much more. This grand home has gorgeous wide plank flooring throughout and beautiful exposed beams in the dining room. A lovely guest suite or master suite is located just off the kitchen, and two generous bedrooms (one with a fireplace) plus a study/playroom are on the second floor. Large living room and family rooms are light filled and feature wood burning fireplaces and built in cabinetry. Overlooking the lush back yard and gazebo is a coveted screened-in porch which can be accessed from the foyer, the living room and the dining room. It's the perfect space for al-fresco dining and entertaining! Enjoy the beauty and history of "Picturesque New England" from your front door. This Old Bennington charmer has so much to offer; Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, three fireplaces, an attached garage, and a walkable village location. Easy access to NY and MA.
  1. Listed by Angela Bevin • Maple Leaf Realty

Sold By Maple Leaf Realty

Property Details for 55 Monument Avenue

Zoning
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 03/01/2022 10:09 PM

Property Details for 55 Monument Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #4884333
Days on Market87
Taxes$8,605 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1787
Lot Size0.58 AC / 25,264 SF
CountyBennington County

Location

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Building Information for 55 Monument Avenue

Stories2Year Built1787Building Size-Lot Size0.58 AC / 25,264 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,032 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,315

Property Taxes

$717

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Monument Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Historic District, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Village, Near Hospital
  • City: Bennington
  • County: VT-Bennington
  • Directions: Heading north on Monument Avenue, pass the Walloomsac Inn, house is the second house on the left after the Inn.
  • Latitude: 42.884105277285187
  • Longitude: -73.213896830688526
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Avenue
  • Village/Dist/Locale: Old Bennington
  • Zip: 05201
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 051-015-66569
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $8,605.06
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
  • School - District: Southwest Vermont
  • School - Elementary: Monument Elementary School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 1.00
  • Driveway: Paved
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Lot Information
  • Lot - Sqft: 25265.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.58
  • Road Frontage Length: 106.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 2675.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Assessor
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 3606.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 2675.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 931.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Stone
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1787
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Cable - Available, High Speed Intrnt -AtSite, Telephone Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: White
  • Features - Exterior: Garden Space, Porch - Screened
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle, Slate
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Baths - Total: 3
  • Baths - Full: 2
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 0
  • Rooms - Total: 9
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Porch
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Other
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Equipment: Security System
  • Features - Interior: Dining Area, Fireplaces - 3+, Security, Walk-in Pantry
  • Flooring: Other, Wood
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • Heating: Electric, Radiator
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 8
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Other
Room 9
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Porch

Property History for 55 Monument Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 22, 2025

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

$640,000—
Dec 17, 2025

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

—
Sep 26, 2025

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

—
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

$650,000—
Mar 1, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1484643588

$475,000—
Mar 1, 2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

$475,000—
Mar 1, 2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

—
Dec 21, 2021

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

—
Sep 25, 2021

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

$485,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/22/2025

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

$640,000
12/17/2025

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

—
09/26/2025

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

—
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5060833

$650,000
03/01/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1484643588

$475,000
03/01/2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

$475,000
03/01/2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

—
12/21/2021

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

—
09/25/2021

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4884333

$485,000

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

Public Records for 55 Monument Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$90,000Additions$221,800Total$311,800
Tax Record2024$10,969 ($914 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,675 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,675 SqFtLot Size25,265 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1787CountyBENNINGTONAPN(015)49-50-02-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 Monument Avenue

This home is within Mount Anthony Union High School District #14.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bennington Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mt. Anthony Union Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14
Public - 9 to 12
Monument School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bennington Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mt. Anthony Union Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14
Public9 to 12

Monument School
PublicPK to 5

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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