Listed by Andrea Kaplan • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty. Bought with Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.
Off market aug 2025 for $1M
$1,481,358
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$7,104/mo
5
bd
•
5 ba
•
4,321
sq ft
708 Prospect St, Manchester, VT 05254
About this home
Location, Setting, Views! It's All Here! Step into the timeless elegance of this exquisite 1850's Cape-style farmhouse, gracefully nestled on 2.5 acres of picturesque village land in the heart of Manchester. With 5 spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, this exceptional home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts. The property boasts breathtaking easterly views, visible from the cozy kitchen window seat, expansive back patio, deck, and even while relaxing in the hot tub. The impressive great room invites natural light and highlights the stunning outdoor scenery, all while offering the warmth of a gas fireplace. A sun-filled kitchen serves as the heart of the home. Adjacent, the den offers a cozy space for movie nights or quiet relaxation. The formal dining room, featuring its own fireplace, is perfect for hosting everything from intimate dinners to larger celebrations. A wet bar, conveniently located to serve both indoor and outdoor spaces, enhances the home's entertaining potential. The unique floor plan exudes charm, with a mix of intimate nooks and private areas, perfect for creating your own retreat within the home. Just moments from Burr and Burton Academy, the scenic Equinox Preserve, and the vibrant heart of Manchester Village, this property offers the ideal blend of tranquility and in-town convenience. With its rich character, thoughtful updates, and unparalleled location, 708 Prospect Street is truly a place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$343Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Andrea Kaplan• Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with David Shehadi• Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.
Location. .. Setting. .. Views. .! Rare 1850's renovated extended cape style farmhouse boasting 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms on 2.5 village acres. Lovely easterly views. Bright and sunny eat in country kitchen. Formal dining room. Den. Great room with stone fireplace, with propane insert, lending itself to elegant but gracious living. Located in close proximity to Burr and Burton Academy, Equinox Preserve and Manchester village amenities. Abounding charm and character right here at 708 Prospect Street in the heart of Manchester Village!. .. "Home Sweet Home". .if you are lucky!
PrimeMLS #4238898
Nov 21, 2014
Sold
$448,200
$104/sq ft
Apr 8, 2014
Listed
$499,000
$115/sq ft
The front yard picket fence defines the special charm and character of this 1850's renovated Cape Cod Style home on Prospect Street, in Manchester Village. Magnificent and expansive mountain and pastoral views abound from the deck and terrace and from the 5 bedroom and 5 bath residence. Special features include fireplaces in the cathedral ceilinged living room and formal dining room, family room adjacent to the eat-in country kitchen, wood floors, updated baths in one of the most sought after locations in the village.
Public Records
Dec 16, 2000
Sold
$27,500
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,184 (−2.2%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2024
$11,434 (+16.2%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2023
$9,839 (−16.8%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2022
$11,821 (+36.1%)
$189,000 + $459,300
$648,300
2021
$8,689 (+1.5%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2020
$8,562 (+3.9%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2019
$8,241 (−2.4%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2018
$8,442 (+0.4%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2017
$8,408 (+3.6%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2016
$8,117 (+1.1%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2015
$8,027
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2013
$207,900 + $403,900
$611,800
Tax history for 708 Prospect St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,184 (−2.2%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2024
$11,434 (+16.2%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2023
$9,839 (−16.8%)
$422,500 + $445,300
$867,800
2022
$11,821 (+36.1%)
$189,000 + $459,300
$648,300
2021
$8,689 (+1.5%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2020
$8,562 (+3.9%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2019
$8,241 (−2.4%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2018
$8,442 (+0.4%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2017
$8,408 (+3.6%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2016
$8,117 (+1.1%)
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2015
$8,027
$189,000 + $278,100
$467,100
2013
$207,900 + $403,900
$611,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.