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Peru VT Real Estate: Mountain Homes at Bromley, near Manchester and Stratton

By Tony Walton, Principal Broker, New England Landmark Realty

Quick Answer

Peru is a small Bennington County mountain town of about 530 people, home to Bromley Mountain and its ski area, with Manchester to the west and Stratton to the south. Hapgood Pond Recreation Area, part of the Green Mountain National Forest, is in town too. Children attend Flood Brook School (K-8), shared with Londonderry, Landgrove, and Weston, and families choose their high school. Current Peru listings appear at the bottom of this page, and our Peru market report shows recent sales and prices.

Peru at a Glance

• County: Bennington
• ZIP code: 05152; some addresses use Londonderry (05148)
• Population: 531 (2020 Census)
• Area: about 37.3 square miles
• Skiing: Bromley Mountain, about 3,300 feet, in the southern part of town
• Recreation: Hapgood Pond Recreation Area in the Green Mountain National Forest
• Schools: Flood Brook School (K-8) in Londonderry; school choice for high school

Living in Peru

Peru is a small ski-country town. Bromley Mountain, about 3,300 feet high, and its ski area sit in the southern part of town along Route 11, and Stratton Mountain is a short drive south. Manchester, with its shops, restaurants, and services, is just west down the mountain.

In summer, Hapgood Pond Recreation Area, part of the Green Mountain National Forest, offers a campground, fishing, swimming, and a one-mile nature trail.

Schools and High School Choice

Peru children attend Flood Brook School in Londonderry, a K-8 public school serving Londonderry, Peru, Landgrove, and Weston. For high school, families in these mountain towns choose among area options such as Burr and Burton Academy in Manchester. Confirm current tuition rules with the supervisory union.

Homes in Peru

Buyers in Peru find ski homes and condos near Bromley, year-round homes on wooded lots, older village homes, and land. See what's for sale now in the listings below, and check recent sale prices in the Peru market report, which updates as homes sell.

Planning to rent the property when you're not using it? Check the town's current short-term rental rules and any association rules first. For mountain homes, confirm winter road access and plowing. Our second home guide covers what to check.

Getting Around

• Vermont Route 11 crosses the southeastern part of town past Bromley, west to Manchester and US Route 7, and east toward Londonderry.

Costs to Plan For

Vermont's property transfer tax, paid by the buyer at closing, is 0.5% on the first $200,000 of a primary residence and 1.47% above that; 3.62% for a second home suitable for year-round use; and a VHFA-financed primary residence is exempt on the first $250,000. Estimate your payment, transfer tax, and cash to close with our Vermont Home Cost Calculator. Most Peru homes have private wells and septic systems; see our Vermont home inspection guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bromley Mountain in Peru, VT?

Yes. Bromley Mountain, about 3,300 feet high, and its ski area are in the southern part of Peru, along Route 11.

What county is Peru, VT in?

Bennington County, between Manchester and Londonderry.

What is the ZIP code for Peru, VT?

05152. Some addresses in town use Londonderry (05148).

What schools serve Peru?

Flood Brook School in Londonderry for kindergarten through grade 8, shared with Londonderry, Landgrove, and Weston. Families choose their high school, with options such as Burr and Burton Academy.

How do I see recent home prices in Peru?

Our Peru market report lists recent sales, prices, and days on market, and updates automatically.

What to Do Next

Call our office at 802-253-4711, reach Tony Walton directly at 802-233-4107, or contact us.

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• Vermont Second Home Buying Guide
• Nearby: Manchester, Winhall (Stratton), Dorset

Sources

• Peru, Vermont (county, population, area, ZIP codes, Route 11, Bromley Mountain, Hapgood Pond)
• Flood Brook School (K-8, serving Londonderry, Peru, Landgrove, and Weston)
• Vermont Department of Taxes, Property Transfer Tax