Listed by Richard Slocum • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty. Bought with Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty.
Off market apr 2026 for $510K
$658,424
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$3,379/mo
2
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,218
sq ft
1439 Main St, Manchester Center, VT 05255
About this home
Purdy School House, est. 1850 - Step into history with this lovingly preserved former schoolhouse, offering timeless character with modern comfort. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a striking stone fireplace, this home blends warmth and charm. A full basement and attached one-car garage provide practical convenience. Set on 2.01 acres, the property includes a fenced dog yard and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally located close to area schools, shopping, and amenities, this is a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of history without sacrificing modern ease. All measurements on attached floor plans are approximate.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
2.01 acresLot Size
$297Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Slocum• Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with Kevin Moran• Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
"HIGHER LEARNING" Stop in and get educated with this finely crafted 19th century converted school house. A masterful blend of history, soul and contemporary Scandinavian elegance. Clean, sunny filed interior spaces are punctuated with carefully preserved remnants of a disciplined historical era. The original artisan creation has been complimented by the stellar members of the Breen Builder team. Any star student will instantly recognize the quality and relevance of this enlightened example of eclectic creativity. Be sure to schedule an appointment to allow us to teach you about the many features and resources of this amazing property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,167 (−2.2%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2024
$6,305 (+19.7%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2023
$5,268 (−4.1%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2022
$5,493 (−3.6%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2021
$5,697 (+1.5%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2020
$5,614 (+3.9%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2019
$5,404 (−2.3%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2018
$5,533 (−6.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2017
$5,901 (+5.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2016
$5,608 (+7.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2015
$5,229
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2013
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
Tax history for 1439 Main St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,167 (−2.2%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2024
$6,305 (+19.7%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2023
$5,268 (−4.1%)
$135,100 + $343,400
$478,500
2022
$5,493 (−3.6%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2021
$5,697 (+1.5%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2020
$5,614 (+3.9%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2019
$5,404 (−2.3%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2018
$5,533 (−6.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2017
$5,901 (+5.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2016
$5,608 (+7.2%)
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2015
$5,229
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
2013
$120,100 + $186,200
$306,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Manchester Center, VT • 05255
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Manchester Center. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$626,000 – $758,000
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