Listed by Becky Alford • Ridgeline Real Estate. Bought with Donahue & Associates, LLC.
Off market dec 2025 for $620K
$630,533
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$4,145/mo
4
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,664
sq ft
251 Shunpike Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
About this home
Welcome to the historic “Willis House, ” a stately Colonial-era farmhouse built in 1825 during the early settlement period of the Burlington area-one of South Burlington’s rare surviving historic homes. This meticulously updated Federal style 4-bedroom home blends timeless character with flexible living options. Step into the heart of the home, a spacious eat-in kitchen featuring rustic wood accents, abundant cabinetry, and a welcoming atmosphere for gatherings. Through the kitchen, you’ll find a sunny living room with original wood floors and an office/library nook. The first floor offers a full bath, laundry, and the option for a primary bedroom or family room, adding versatility to the layout. A refinished grand staircase leads upstairs, where you’ll find 3 additional bedrooms, a bonus room, and a luxurious bathroom. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in backyard with an expanded deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also includes an attached 1 car garage/barn with a unique 3-season space above—ideal as an office, studio, playroom, or creative retreat, complete with a whimsical slide leading to the yard. A large dry basement with exterior access provides an ideal workshop area or opportunities for additional living space. Located within walking distance to nearby trails and businesses, and just minutes from downtown Burlington, this home offers historic charm paired with a convenient location. Own a piece of Burlington area history! Open House 11/2 10:30-12:30
Single-familyProperty Type
1825Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$237Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Becky Alford• Ridgeline Real Estate
Bought with Steve Donahue• Donahue & Associates, LLC
Fantastic price for over 2,600 square feet of fully renovated charm in South Burlington! Built in the era of the War of 1812, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath Colonial has an abundance of character and we are wrapping up a head-to-toe renovation with all the modern amenities. The completely new kitchen opens to the dining room, including a wood accented breakfast nook and a fireplace ready for your gas insert or wood stove. We have put in two new full baths, new sheetrock throughout, fresh paint, refinished hardwood and softwood floors, all new windows, new hot water boiler. .. and more. On . 37 acres on a nice residential street in South Burlington, you'll love the 10-foot ceilings, big open spaces, and bedrooms on both levels. 3 bedrooms are located upstairs on the second level, along with one full bath, while the 4th bedroom is located on the main level where another full bath is located. There's even a first-floor laundry for convenience. The two-story barn includes a one car garage and the second story is accessed from the deck, and would be a great place for your workshop, studio, craft brewery, or your creative ideas! It is anything but cookie cutter and worth a look today.
PrimeMLS #3091292
May 28, 2004
Sold
$330,000
$124/sq ft
Nov 7, 2003
Listed
$339,900
$128/sq ft
1812 colonial-style farmhouse is loaded w/ character. Not completely renov but quite pleasant loaded w/ charm potential. 1.25 ac lot is zoned R-4-offers opt. to possibly subdivide develop up to 3 addl units. In-house business opps also.
Public Records
Dec 16, 1996
Sold
$135,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,932 (+7.6%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2024
$5,511 (+8.2%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2023
$5,094 (−23.4%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2022
$6,649
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2021
$6,644 (+26.5%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2020
$5,253 (−18.5%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2019
$6,446 (+4.2%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2018
$6,185 (+38.3%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2017
$4,472 (−8.4%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2016
$4,882 (+0.9%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2015
$4,837 (+3.5%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2014
$4,675 (+1,065.7%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2011
$401
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
Tax history for 251 Shunpike Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,932 (+7.6%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2024
$5,511 (+8.2%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2023
$5,094 (−23.4%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2022
$6,649
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2021
$6,644 (+26.5%)
$78,700 + $298,800
$377,500
2020
$5,253 (−18.5%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2019
$6,446 (+4.2%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2018
$6,185 (+38.3%)
$70,300 + $230,100
$300,400
2017
$4,472 (−8.4%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2016
$4,882 (+0.9%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2015
$4,837 (+3.5%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2014
$4,675 (+1,065.7%)
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
2011
$401
$70,300 + $165,800
$236,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.