Introduction: What’s Still Selling Strong in Vermont Real Estate?
It’s no secret that the Vermont real estate market has shifted over the past year — but not everything has cooled down. In this November update, we’re taking a closer look at what’s still hot versus what’s not across Northwestern Vermont, focusing on Chittenden, Washington, and Franklin Counties.
We’ll break down:
- Which areas are still appreciating (and the top towns driving that growth)
- Price ranges that are moving fastest between $300,000–$1 million
- Top towns by desirability based on days on market
- Housing style trends — which homes are catching buyers’ eyes right now
(Watch the full video on @YourVTRealEstateAccelerator on YouTube for charts and visuals.)
1️⃣ What’s Still Appreciating: Top Towns by County
Even as interest rates weigh on affordability, we’re still seeing solid appreciation in key markets across northwestern Vermont.
Chittenden County
- Single-Family Homes: $580,000 median (+9.4% year-over-year, +7% month-over-month)
- Condos: $429,000 median (+6% YoY, +5% MoM)
Top Performers: - 🏡 Shelburne — +15% year-over-year
- 🌄 Richmond — +19% year-over-year
Washington County
- Single-Family Homes: $460,000 median (+12.9% YoY, +6% MoM)
- Condos: $365,000 median (+10.6% YoY, +15% MoM)
Top Performers: - Warren — +12%
- Waitsfield — +7%
- Plainfield — +28% (one of the strongest increases in the state!)
Franklin County
- Single-Family Homes: $415,000 median (+7.8% YoY, +7.8% MoM)
- Condos: $336,000 median (+6.6% YoY, slightly below last month’s numbers)
Top Performers: - St. Albans Town — +10%
- Georgia — +13%
2️⃣ Fastest-Moving Price Ranges ($300K–$1M)
The sweet spot for buyers and sellers alike continues to fall between $300,000 and $700,000, but the details vary by county:
Franklin County
- 300–400K → 23 days on market
- 400–500K → 10 days
- 500–600K → 20 days
- 600–700K → 50 days
- 700–800K → 214 days
Hot Spots: St. Albans, Fairfax, Georgia, and Sheldon all saw multiple listings go pending in under 10 days.
Chittenden County
- 300–400K → 16 days
- 400–500K → 10 days
- 500–600K → 14 days
- 600–700K → 7 days
- 700–800K → 15 days
- 800–900K → 29 days
- 900–1M → 12 days
- Hot Spots: Burlington, Essex, and South Burlington led the way in homes going under contract in 10 days or less.
Washington County
- 300–400K → 5 days
- 400–500K → 20 days
- 500–600K → 7 days
- 600–700K → 30 days
- 700–800K → 72 days
- 900–1M → 85 days
- Hot Spots: Barre Town, Northfield, and Middlesex stood out with strong demand and quick sales.
3️⃣ What Styles of Homes Are Selling?
When it comes to property type, single-family homes continue to outperform condos across all three counties — though well-priced condos in Burlington and Montpelier are holding their ground.
By style, colonials are leading the charge, but capes and ranches remain strong contenders, especially in Franklin and Washington Counties where buyers are prioritizing affordability and function.
💡 Takeaway: Vermont Real Estate Still Has Hot Spots
While the broader market shows signs of normalization, Northwestern Vermont remains competitive in key towns and price ranges. Sellers in high-demand areas like Burlington, Shelburne, and St. Albans Town are still seeing multiple offers — especially when homes are priced right and move-in ready.
🔗 Related Resources
- 🎥 Watch the companion video: What’s Still Hot vs. What’s Not in Vermont Real Estate? https://youtu.be/sq9IqiNW5x8
📞 Ready to Talk Strategy?
If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Chittenden, Washington, or Franklin County, reach out to Catalyst Realty Collaborative for a local market strategy session.
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