261 Mckinley Ave, Rutland Town, VT 05701
- $299,000
- 5
- BD
- 2
- BA
- 2,220
- SqFt
Listing courtesy of Kathryn Zambon from Real Broker LLC. ()
- List Price
- $299,000
- Status
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
- MLS#
- 5107934
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 2,220
- Lot Size
- 87,120
- Acres
- 2
- Year Built
- 1820
Property Description
A Rare Piece of Vermont History Awaits! Step into 261 McKinley Avenue, a distinctive Vermont farmhouse dating to circa 1820 and set on approximately 2 acres in Rutland Town. Rich in character and local history, this special property offers a rare opportunity to own a home with a story that spans more than two centuries. A tidbit of history: the property was notably featured in a 1958 Rutland Daily Herald photograph titled “Twilight Vermont Winter Scene". Today, this charming 2-story Colonial offers 2,220 square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 2 baths, providing plenty of room for family, guests, hobbies, or home office space. Historic details include natural woodwork, original ceiling beams, hardwood floors, a wood fireplace, and an abundance of natural light. A soaking tub, first-floor laundry, and primary bedroom add everyday convenience. There's also a large pantry/storage space plus a dedicated office. Outside, the possibilities continue. The approximately 2-acre property features wooded areas, meadow views, garden space, a screened front porch, side porch, barn, shed, and additional outbuilding. Two garages provide exceptional storage and workspace for vehicles, equipment, or recreational gear. Modern conveniences include updated electrical, a drilled well, septic system, oil baseboard heat, wood stove, window AC, and access to fiber-optic internet. The kitchen is equipped with a gas range (needs replacement), refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, plus a washer and dryer. Furnishings may be included with an acceptable offer. Competitively positioned for timely sale. If you're searching for more than a house—if you want character, history, land, versatility, and a true sense of place—261 McKinley Avenue deserves your attention. Properties with this kind of history and provenance rarely become available. Come discover this remarkable Vermont property and imagine that it's you, creating the next chapter of its story. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, 09/05 from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Additional Information
- Taxes
- $4,019
- Listing Agent
- Kathryn Zambon
- Listing Office
- Real Broker LLC
- Style
- Colonial, Farmhouse
- Exterior Features
- Barn/Stable, Garden, Outbuildings, Porch, Porch Screened, Shed
- Interior Features
- Separate Dining Room, Draperies, Fireplace(s), Fireplace(s), Open Kitchen, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, First Floor Laundry
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Phone Available
- Basement
- Bulkhead, Crawl Space, Dirt Floor, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry
- Foundation
- Other, Stone
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Roof
- Metal, Asphalt, Slate
- Zoning
- Residential
- Water
- Drilled Well
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