Listed by Amey Ryan • IPJ Real Estate. Bought with Addison County Real Estate.
Off market aug 2023 for $630K
$606,047
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$4,260/mo
4
bd
•
1.5 ba
•
2,168
sq ft
17 High St, Middlebury, VT 05753
About this home
The Bela Sawyer House - Located in one of Middlebury's most coveted neighborhoods, this house has a remarkable history. Originally a single-story home built in 1798, the 2nd story was added in the 1840's. This historic home has all the modern conveniences important to today's discerning buyer: central air, fully applianced/efficient kitchen, home office space, built-in shelving, pellet stove, new roof, fresh paint--the list goes on. In keeping with the architectural nature of historic homes, there are 9 over 6 windows with storms, wide pumpkin pine floors, corner cupboards & exposed beams. A generous house in a fabulous location within walking distance to everything that the town of Middlebury offers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1798Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$280Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amey Ryan• IPJ Real Estate
Bought with George Brewer• Addison County Real Estate
Source:PrimeMLS #4239005
Redfin Estimate
$606,047
$24K since sold in August 2023$28K since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 24.6% higher than the average sale price ($487K) of 6 comparable homes.
The Bela Sawyer House - Located in one of Middlebury's most coveted neighborhoods, this house has a remarkable history. Originally a single-story home built in 1798, the 2nd story was added in the 1840's. This historic home has all the modern conveniences important to today's discerning buyer: central air, fully applianced/efficient kitchen, home office space, built-in shelving, pellet stove, new roof, fresh paint--the list goes on. In keeping with the architectural nature of historic homes, there are 9 over 6 windows with storms, wide pumpkin pine floors, corner cupboards & exposed beams. A generous house in a fabulous location within walking distance to everything that the town of Middlebury offers.
PrimeMLS #3047716
Aug 22, 2008
Sold
$385,000
$178/sq ft
Oct 16, 2007
Listed
$425,000
$196/sq ft
Historic Bela Sawyer House built in 1798 and retaining many of the classic features: wide pumpkin pine floors, 9/6 windows, fireplaces, and paneling. Convenient walk to shops and restaurants in town. Heated 2-car attached garage with workshop on second floor. Nice screened porch on back of house. There is a history of the house attached to this listing under the paper clip icon, Miscellaneous.
PrimeMLS #3008788
Sep 20, 2002
Sold
$240,000
$111/sq ft
Jun 8, 2001
Listed
$259,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,501 (−15.7%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2024
$6,523 (+16.1%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2023
$5,618 (−31.3%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2022
$8,173 (−0.3%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2021
$8,197 (+0.7%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2020
$8,144 (+50.0%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2019
$5,428 (−33.0%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2018
$8,101 (+2.0%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2016
$7,943 (−1.4%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2015
$8,054 (+51.6%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2014
$5,314
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
Tax history for 17 High St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,501 (−15.7%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2024
$6,523 (+16.1%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2023
$5,618 (−31.3%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2022
$8,173 (−0.3%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2021
$8,197 (+0.7%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2020
$8,144 (+50.0%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2019
$5,428 (−33.0%)
$120,000 + $215,200
$335,200
2018
$8,101 (+2.0%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2016
$7,943 (−1.4%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2015
$8,054 (+51.6%)
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
2014
$5,314
$78,000 + $207,100
$285,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 160
Basement Type: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Colonial
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding/Shingle
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,168
Building Sq. Ft: 2,328
Legal Description: .2 AC & DWL
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 8,712
Municipality Name: MIDDLEBURY
Acres: 0.2
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL < 6 ACRES
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,168
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1798
Year Renovated: —
County: Addison County
APN: 38712012136
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mary Hogan School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Middlebury Union Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
Middlebury Senior Uhsd #3
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$576,000 – $697,000
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