Perched above Montpelier on nearly an acre, this beautifully renovated 1848 farmhouse is a rare blend of timeless character, modern comfort, and breathtaking surroundings. Once part of the renowned Phillips Farm, which encompassed both sides of Towne Hill Road, this stately homestead offers a special opportunity to own a piece of local history, just moments from downtown. A welcoming wraparound porch sets the stage, with lovely views of the mountains and Camel's Hump. Inside, the heart of the home is an inviting country kitchen featuring tile and slate floors, stone countertops, abundant storage, and the kind of character that makes you want to linger over morning coffee and dinners with friends. The dining room is filled with natural light, featuring large windows and a wood pellet stove, while two additional rooms offer flexible space for an office, guest room, or cozy retreat, complete with 3/4 bathroom. The light-filled front living room provides a comfortable gathering space, and the bonus living room/library invites you to curl up beside the wood stove with a good book among the built-in bookshelves. Upstairs are four bedrooms and a spacious bathroom with a charming clawfoot tub. A conveniently located laundry room near the entry also provides an optional entrance to the apartment above the garage. The fully equipped and turnkey apartment offers one to two bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen, and open living area, with its own private exterior entrance, ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or additional income. The three-bay garage provides abundant storage, while a garden shed leads around to a covered back patio overlooking the expansive lawn, gardens, and fire pit. A peaceful place to gather, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the changing seasons. With its historic soul and exceptional setting, this is more than a house; it's a place to put down roots, make memories, and fall in love with your home. Open House Saturday, October 10, from 10AM to 1PM.
Single-familyProperty Type
1848Year Built
0.9 acresLot Size
$224Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lucy Ferrada• Heney Realtors - Element Real Estate (Montpelier)
Towne Hill, located between State Street and the Winooski River, is a historic and hillside Montpelier neighborhood with a compact street grid and Capitol views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the State Street–Main Street junction, where independent storefronts, coffee counters, and civic buildings set a steady downtown rhythm. Brick and clapboard buildings mix with older homes on rising blocks, giving walks a constant change in elevation and sightlines. The Vermont State House grounds read as the area’s front lawn, with paths and benches framing daily routines. Local pillars such as Bear Pond Books, Capitol Grounds, and the Savoy Theater anchor culture close to the sidewalks. Side streets quiet down quickly, while the river corridor adds a natural edge to the built fabric.
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Offer insights
240 Towne Hill Rd · $825,000
$848K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $848K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 60 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Unfinished basement with interior access, bulkhead, and concrete floor
Library
Office/study
Dining room
Living rooms
Bonus room
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 1 on the first floor and 4 on the second floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
2 three-quarter bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Exhaust hood
Microwave
Electric range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Owned water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Softwood
Slate/stone
Tile
Heating & cooling
Oil heat
Pellet stove
Baseboard heat
Hot air
Central AC
Exterior features
Landscaped grounds
Curbing
Sidewalks
Mountain view
In-town neighborhood
207 feet of road frontage
Home design
Cape
Parking
Three-car garage
Paved driveway
Construction
Built in 1848
Wood-frame construction
Clapboard exterior
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
High-speed internet available
Cable available
Electricity and solar
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Wonderful Capital City! This landmark home prominently resides on a lovely south facing knoll. With all of the advantages of living in Montpelier this home retains its comfortable country personality. The main level design is gracious and practical. From the front porch entry, formal living room, parlor/den with a fireplace and woodstove insert, and an expansive dining room. In addition, a first-floor bedroom and a separate office/study and a . 75 bathroom are within the foot print of the original home. The updated kitchen offers an island and breakfast area with a cozy woodstove. Beyond the kitchen is a wonderful mudroom and laundry room, a second stairway to the second floor, and an entry to the attached three car garage. The second floor includes five bedrooms, plus a study and rec room with woodstove. Each bedroom offers wide softwood plank flooring.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,796 (−2.5%)
$151,600 + $381,900
$533,500
2024
$6,967 (+14.7%)
$151,600 + $381,900
$533,500
2023
$6,074 (−50.9%)
$151,600 + $381,900
$533,500
2022
$12,372 (−0.6%)
$75,300 + $341,900
$417,200
2021
$12,443 (+1.6%)
$75,300 + $341,900
$417,200
2020
$12,242 (+5.8%)
$75,300 + $341,900
$417,200
2019
$11,575 (+5.5%)
$75,300 + $341,900
$417,200
2018
$10,971 (+0.2%)
$75,300 + $333,100
$408,400
2017
$10,952 (+1.0%)
$75,300 + $333,100
$408,400
2016
$10,847 (+0.6%)
$75,300 + $333,100
$408,400
2014
$10,778 (+1,042.9%)
$75,300 + $333,100
$408,400
2011
$943
$75,300 + $333,100
$408,400
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
7
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,679
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,679
Year built
1848
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
40512611190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 2.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Redfin Estimate for 240 Towne Hill Rd
$824,867
$133 under list price of $825K
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