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FOR SALE

Listed by Jeffrey Dorman, eXp Realty, (518) 810-7757

256 Union Street
Bennington, VT 05201

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,232 sqft

$149,900

3 Beds

1 Bath

1,232 sqft

We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

Local Information

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Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Dorman

eXp Realty, Phone: 518-810-7757

Source: PrimeMLS, MLS#5089524

Also Listed on PrimeMLS, eXp Realty.

Description

Opportunity awaits in this classic New England-style home conveniently located near downtown Bennington and local amenities. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, spacious living areas, and plenty of natural light throughout, the property features a newer roof, low-maintenance vinyl siding, covered front porch, corner lot location, and off-street parking. Inside, the home offers an eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, large bathroom with walk-in shower, first-floor laundry, and potential for a first-floor bedroom or single-level living setup. Property is being sold as-is and water is currently turned off due to a prior freeze-related issue. Cash or rehab-style financing is likely best suited for this property. Excellent opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to build equity.

We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking

No Info

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating only

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$122

Listed

17 days ago

Home Details for 256 Union Street

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Bulkhead,Unfinished,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1232 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: DishwasherDishwasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Oil,Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Gas & Electric Electric: 100 Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: Two
View No View

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Fieldstone
Parking & Garage No GarageParking: Concrete
Frontage Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range Frontage Length: Road frontage: 128
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1232 Square Feet

Days on Market
Days on Market: 17

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: New Englander
Building Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction

Price & Status
Price List Price: $149,900Price Per Sqft: $122

Location
Direction & Address City: Bennington
School Information Jr High / Middle School: Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchHigh School: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 5089524

Building
Building Area Building Area: 2016 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 5089524Attribution Contact: Phone: 518-810-7757Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1232Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area: 784Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public RecordsBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Market trends in Bennington

Last updated April 2026

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Price History for 256 Union Street

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/18/2026	$149,900	Listed For Sale	PrimeMLS #5089524

09/30/2022	$172,000	Sold	PrimeMLS #4907438
Recording Date 09/30/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/29/2022	$165,000	Listed For Sale	PrimeMLS #4907438

07/28/2020	$116,500	Sold	PrimeMLS #4782591
Recording Date 07/28/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/23/2020	$109,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $500 (-0%)
10/23/2019	$110,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/05/2019	$95,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

10/26/2018	$95,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/11/2013	$37,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/11/2013 Contract Date 04/11/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/02/2013	$0	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

01/15/2013	$0	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

01/04/2013	$10,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-33%)
12/25/2012	$15,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $44,900 (-75%)
12/23/2012	$59,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $44,900 (299%)
12/19/2012	$15,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $44,900 (-75%)
12/17/2012	$59,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $44,900 (299%)
12/05/2012	$15,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $44,900 (-75%)
12/02/2012	$59,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $49,900 (499%)
11/27/2012	$10,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-33%)
11/17/2012	$15,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $49,900 (-77%)
10/29/2012	$64,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $10,000 (-13%)
10/16/2012	$74,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

09/26/2006	$60,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/26/2006 Contract Date 09/20/2006 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax $300

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Comparable Sales for 256 Union Street

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
277 Union Street, Bennington, VT	0.07	Single-Family Home	$265,000	06/06/25	3	2	1,422
116 Morgan Street, Bennington, VT	0.14	Single-Family Home	$206,000	02/20/26	3	2	1,680
215 Maple Street, Bennington, VT	0.38	Single-Family Home	$191,500	02/26/26	4	2	1,278
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100 Webb Street, Bennington, VT	0.38	Single-Family Home	$190,000	09/16/25	3	1	1,416
213 Gage Street, Bennington, VT	0.38	Single-Family Home	$235,000	08/06/25	3	2	1,510
20 Rockwood Street, Bennington, VT	0.52	Single-Family Home	$241,000	09/25/25	3	1	1,070
16 Browning Place, Bennington, VT	0.57	Single-Family Home	$249,000	06/20/25	3	2	1,366

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6y ago
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Thomayera
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7y ago
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7y ago
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256 Union Street, Bennington, VT 05201 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,232 sqft single-family home built in 1930. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by PrimeMLS on May 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 5089524.

256 Union Street
Bennington, VT 05201

$149,900

$149,900

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