Welcome to 89 Merson Street! This charming Cape style home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a half bathroom, and nearly an acre of land on a quiet in town street. Inside, you'll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, a spacious family room with a fireplace, and a new Weil-McLain boiler installed in February 2026. What truly sets this property apart is its incredible versatility. The bonus space presents endless possibilities for a home based business, professional office, hobby space, expanded living area, or potential in-law accommodations. Whether you're looking for room to grow, work from home, or create a space tailored to your lifestyle, this home offers the flexibility to make it happen. The generous lot and rear garage access provide additional opportunities for future improvements. Buyers may appreciate the potential to enhance accessibility and functionality with a redesigned driveway configuration, such as a circular drive, while maximizing the usefulness of the garage space and expansive yard. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Bennington's shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and local attractions, while still enjoying the privacy of a large lot. With easy access to area hiking trails, ski resorts, and major routes to Boston and New York, this property combines location, character, and opportunity in one exceptional package.

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Tax Information

  • Tax Year2026

Parking

  • Parking Spaces2
  • GarageYes
  • Parking DescriptionDriveway, Garage, Off Street, Unpaved

Rooms

  • Full Bath1

Basic Information

  • MLS Number5095251
  • MLS StatusActive
  • Virtual TourView Tour
  • StatusACT
  • Property TypeSingle Family
  • List Price$325,000
  • Listing Agent NameBrooke Thomson Drew
  • Broker NameMahar McCarthy Real Estate

Location

  • Building Number89
  • StreetMerson Street
  • TownBennington
  • StateVT
  • Zip05201
  • CountyBennington
  • Junior HighMt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
  • High SchoolMt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
  • Flood Zone Y/NNo
  • Address89 Merson Street

Building

  • Year Built1950
  • Building ConstructionClapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior
  • ConstructionExisting
  • Property StyleCape, Detached, Multi-Level
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathroom2
  • Total Baths2
  • Half Bath1
  • Total Rooms10
  • Square Feet1,829
  • APX Unfin Below Grade1000
  • BasementConcrete, Full, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
  • FoundationConcrete, Stone

Property

  • Acreage0.93
  • Lot DescriptionCity Lot, Interior Lot, Neighbor Business, Slight, Street Lights, Wooded, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital
  • AreaVT-Bennington
  • DrivewayDirt
  • RoadsPaved, Public Maintained Road
  • Road Frontage260

Interior

  • Interior FeaturesDining Area,1 Fireplace, Basement Laundry
  • Room 1 TypeLiving Room
  • Room 1 Level1
  • Room 1 Dimensions17'10" x 11'8"
  • FloorsTile, Wood, Vinyl Plank
  • Room 2 TypeDining Room
  • Room 2 Level1
  • Room 2 Dimensions13'3" x 11'8"
  • Room 3 TypeKitchen
  • Room 3 Level1
  • Room 3 Dimensions10'10" x 11'
  • Room 4 TypePrimary Bedroom
  • Room 4 Level1
  • Room 4 Dimensions22'11" x 11'
  • Room 5 TypeOffice/Study
  • Room 5 Level1
  • Room 5 Dimensions11'5" x 10'
  • Stories1.5
  • Room 6 TypeBathroom Full
  • Room 6 Level1
  • Room 6 Dimensions6'5" x 7'1"
  • Room 7 TypeBonus Room
  • Room 7 Level1
  • Room 7 Dimensions20'8" x 13'8"
  • Room 8 TypeBathroom Half
  • Room 8 Level1
  • Room 8 Dimensions5'6" x 3'4"
  • Room 9 TypeBedroom
  • Room 9 Level2
  • Room 9 Dimensions13'3" x 13'1"
  • Room 10 TypeBedroom
  • Room 10 Level2
  • Room 10 Dimensions11'9" x 12'10"

Exterior

  • Exterior FeaturesGarden Space
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Heat SystemWood, Steam
  • WaterPublic Water On-Site
  • SewerPublic Sewer On-Site
  • ElectricCircuit Breaker(s)
  • UtilitiesCable Available, Telephone Available

Amenities

  • PricePerSqFt177.69

Other

  • SeasonalNo
  • Page324
  • Date Listed06/17/2026

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Listed by Brooke Thomson Drew of Mahar McCarthy Real Estate
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