About Middlebury VT

Middlebury VT Real Estate

Middlebury is the shire town of Addison County which is located in the mid-western portion of the state and encompasses a wide variety of topographic features. Starting from the shores of Lake Champlain one moves eastward through the open, fertile farmland of the Champlain Valley, on to foothills of the Green Mountains where crystal clear srtreams wind through predominantly wooded settings. This unique landscape provides an opportunity for a variety of life styles.

Addison County is comprised of three moderate sized towns and a number of smaller rural communities. Middlebury is located halfway between Vermont's two major cities, Burlington to the north and Rutland to the south. With a population of 8,000, Middlebury is the largest town and the hub of the count. It is also the home of prestigious Middlebury College, one of the nation's first coed colleges, the Bread Loaf Writers Conference, founded in 1926, and the world acclaimed Middlebury Language School, thus rendering a strong influence in the area.

As with other college towns, cultural opportunities abound. Middlebury, with more than 300 buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places, is the typical, quaint New England town, offering such interesting landmarks as the University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm, a national historic site.

Middlebury offers an excellent 50 bed hospital, Porter Medical Center, together with an extended care facility. Burlington, with more urban amenities and a well served airport, lies 35 miles to the north. An international flavor can be obtained in Montreal, an easy 135 mile drive from Middlebury.

The entire area is a nicely balanced blend of light industry, farming and the influence of the college community. Included in the industrial sector are such recognized national companies as B.F. Goodrich and Cabot Cheese. Farming pursuits are primarily dairy and apple orchards, with other activities including horses, sheep and crops.

Middlebury real estate includes a wide variety of housing opportunities, from elegant older homes to newer suburban develpoments. For above average housing, prices of Middlebury VT homes for sale range from about $250,000 to $600,000+, depending on style, quality, square footage and lot size. Square footage could range from approximately 1,300 to 3,000+. Nice single family homes are available in the $200,000 to $300,000 range. There are also a number of condominiums, with average sales price in the $120,000 to $375,000 range.

Vergennes , the smallest city inthe United States, is located on Otter Creek, the historic gateway to Lake Champlain, which was the earliest avenue of commerce in the State of Vermont. Vergennes real estate also offers a wide variety, from unique architectural styles dating back to the early 1800's, to modest suburban developments.With a population of 2,700, Vergennes is home to one of the largest employers in Addison County, B.F. Goodrich Aerospace. Originally th ehome of Vermont's largest shipyards, Vergennes has traditionally been oriented toward Lake Champlain, first as a source of commerce, and more recently, for recreational facitities. Vergennes and the surrounding towns of northern Addison County offer easy access to the greater Burlington area and its more metropolitan influences. Generally the larger, more gracious Vergennes homes for sale are available for prices ranging from $250,000 to $600,000+. More modest housing is available from $125,000 to $200,000. Vergennes also offers condominium units with prices from $120,000 to $205,000.

Bristol is a small, quaint New England mill town of 3,500 residents, located at the base of the Green Mountains. The picturesque village green is accentuated by a traditional bandstand. The area has historically been dependent on the lumbering industry as its main economic base. With the abundant acreage of the Green Mountain National Forest and the pristine waters of the New Haven River, this area offers some of the most scenic beauty in the state. Bristol real estate offers a mix of older homes ranging from $150,000 to $300,000. Those looking for newer construction will most likely find it on the outskirts of town and in the outlying areas. Prices will vary from $200,000 to $400,000.

Surrounding these larger towns are many rural villages with populations ranging from 400 to 1,500. Available Addison County real estate includes village homes, farms, new construction and lakefront homes. Prices vary greatly, from $200,000 to $600,000+ depending on a number of factors.

About Middlebury VT

Coleen Beck