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Richmond VT Real Estate: Village Living at I-89 Exit 11

Updated October 2026 by Tony Walton, Principal Broker, New England Landmark Realty

Quick Answer

Richmond is a Chittenden County town on the Winooski River with its own interstate exit (I-89 Exit 11), a walkable village, and the Old Round Church. It offers a smaller-town setting within reach of the Burlington area, and in 2026 its homes sold quickly when priced right. See the market snapshot below for this year's sales, and the live listings at the bottom of the page.

Key Takeaways

Two-Sentence Summary

Richmond combines interstate access, a real village center and Mount Mansfield schools. In 2026, well-priced homes sold in days, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.

If You Only Remember 3 Things

1. Richmond has its own I-89 exit, Exit 11, and US Route 2 runs through town.
2. Homes range from village homes on small lots to country homes on 10 acres or more.
3. Schools are part of the Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District, with the middle school in Richmond.

Quick Facts

• County: Chittenden
• Villages: Richmond village, Jonesville and Fays Corner
• Highway access: I-89 Exit 11 and US Route 2
• Schools: Richmond Elementary, Camels Hump Middle, Mount Mansfield Union High
• ZIP code: 05477

Why Buyers Choose Richmond

• Commuting. I-89 Exit 11 sits in the northwest part of town, and US Route 2 runs through the village.
• A real village. The town includes Richmond village, Jonesville and Fays Corner, and the Winooski River runs through the middle of town.
• History. The Old Round Church, a rare 16-sided meetinghouse built in 1812 and 1813, is a Richmond landmark.
• Schools. Richmond Elementary School serves the early grades through grade 4, Camels Hump Middle School in Richmond serves grades 5 to 8, and Mount Mansfield Union High School in Jericho serves grades 9 to 12.

Homes in Richmond

Richmond's housing runs from older homes in the village to 1960s through 1990s homes on an acre or two, plus larger country properties on the hills. Homes near the river should get a flood check: ask for the FEMA flood zone and the seller's flood disclosure. Compare nearby towns on our Jericho, Williston and Bolton pages.

Costs to Plan For

• Property transfer tax: Vermont charges 0.5% on the first $200,000 and 1.47% on the rest for a primary residence, or 3.62% of the full price for a second home. The snapshot above shows what that means at this year's prices.
• Rural systems: many homes outside the village have private wells and septic systems. Budget for water testing and a septic inspection.
• Monthly cost: our free Vermont Home Cost Calculator estimates the payment, taxes and cash to close.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost in Richmond, VT?

Prices vary with location and land. See the market snapshot on this page for this year's sales, or the Richmond market report for the latest sold prices.

What schools serve Richmond, VT?

Richmond Elementary School serves the early grades through grade 4, Camels Hump Middle School in Richmond serves grades 5 to 8, and Mount Mansfield Union High School in Jericho serves grades 9 to 12. All are in the Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District.

Which I-89 exit serves Richmond?

Exit 11, in the northwest part of town.

What is the Old Round Church?

A rare 16-sided meetinghouse built in Richmond in 1812 and 1813, and a Richmond landmark.

What ZIP code does Richmond, VT use?

Richmond uses ZIP code 05477.

What to Do Next

Thinking about buying or selling in Richmond? Call our office at 802-253-4711, reach Tony Walton directly at 802-233-4107, or contact us.

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Sources

• Market snapshot: New England Landmark Realty analysis of PrimeMLS single-family sales in Richmond, Jan 1 to Sept 30, 2026 (19 sales).
• Richmond, Vermont (villages, I-89 Exit 11, US 2, Winooski River, Old Round Church, ZIP code)
• Town of Bolton, Schools and Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District (schools and grades)
• Vermont Department of Taxes, Property Transfer Tax