The story of this market
The typical home in Manchester, Vermont sells for about $854,250, or $233 per square foot.
Prices are up +51.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 79 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,007 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+2.6%
VT · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Manchester, Vermont
The Manchester housing market is currently characterized by low inventory and high price volatility, with a significant year-over-year increase in median sale prices. Demand remains strong, particularly for high-end properties, though the limited supply of starter homes continues to constrain market liquidity.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Manchester yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 3.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 72 days on market with 5.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A large protected area offering extensive hiking trails and scenic views, serving as a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts.
A significant retail hub that serves as a primary economic anchor and tourist attraction for the region.
A popular family-oriented ski area that drives seasonal tourism and supports the local hospitality economy.
Manchester attracts a mix of affluent family buyers, second-home owners, and retirees drawn to its high quality of life, outdoor amenities, and the prestige of its local educational options.
Manchester is served by the Burr and Burton Academy, a private independent school that serves as the designated high school for the town, which is a significant factor in local property demand.
The area is primarily served by regional highway corridors, with limited public transit options, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
Manchester is a premier destination for outdoor recreation, featuring proximity to the Green Mountain National Forest, Bromley Mountain for skiing, and extensive hiking trails like the Equinox Preserve.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, particularly for market-rate apartments, with significant pressure from the lack of starter-home stock.
The economy is anchored by tourism, hospitality, and real estate, with a growing manufacturing sector and strong interest from out-of-state business relocations.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism, real estate, and manufacturing, with local business associations actively promoting southern Vermont as a destination for both residents and business relocations.
Development focus remains on balancing historic preservation with the need for additional housing inventory and commercial space in the town center.
Parcels are subject to municipal and school district taxes, with specific assessments managed at the town level.
The area faces typical New England climate risks, including seasonal flooding and winter weather impacts, with insurance markets reflecting regional hazard profiles.
Property insurance markets in Vermont are influenced by regional climate risks, with premiums reflecting the state's exposure to severe weather events.
Property taxes in Manchester are determined by the town's grand list and the statewide education property tax system, which includes varying rates for homestead and non-homestead properties.
Data sourced from Data USA and Data Commons.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.