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Starksboro VT Real Estate: Homes at the Edge of the Green Mountains on Route 116

By Tony Walton, Principal Broker, New England Landmark Realty

Quick Answer

Starksboro is an Addison County town of about 1,760 people in the county's northeast corner, along the western edge of the Green Mountains. Vermont Route 116 runs through the town center between Hinesburg to the north and Bristol to the south, and Vermont Route 17 crosses the southern part of town toward Mad River Glen and Waitsfield. Children attend Robinson School (PreK-6) in Starksboro and Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School (7-12) in Bristol. Current Starksboro listings appear at the bottom of this page, and our Starksboro market report shows recent sales and prices.

Starksboro at a Glance

• County: Addison
• ZIP code: 05487
• Population: 1,756 (2020 Census)
• Area: about 45.9 square miles
• Communities: Starksboro and Jerusalem
• Highways: Vermont Routes 116 and 17
• Schools: Robinson School (PreK-6); Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School (7-12), Mount Abraham Unified School District

Living in Starksboro

Starksboro sits along the western edge of the Green Mountains, in the northeast corner of Addison County. The town was chartered on November 9, 1780, and named for John Stark of the New Hampshire Militia, a Revolutionary War officer.

Notable people from Starksboro include 1972 Olympic slalom gold medalist Barbara Cochran and children's author Clement Hurd.

Route 116 connects north to Hinesburg and south to Bristol. Route 17 runs east from the south end of town toward Mad River Glen and Waitsfield in the Mad River Valley.

Schools

Starksboro is in the Mount Abraham Unified School District. Robinson School, in Starksboro, serves pre-K through grade 6, and students in grades 7 through 12 attend Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School in Bristol.

Homes in Starksboro

Buyers in Starksboro find village homes, farmhouses and farmland, country homes on acreage with mountain views, newer homes, and land. See what's for sale now in the listings below, and check recent sale prices in the Starksboro market report, which updates as homes sell.

For homes near streams, read the seller's flood disclosure and check the flood zone. For hillside land, confirm road access and winter maintenance, septic suitability, and whether the parcel is enrolled in Current Use. For older homes, plan for a thorough inspection, including lead paint for homes built before 1978.

Getting Around

• Vermont Route 116 runs through the town center, north to Hinesburg and south to Bristol.
• Vermont Route 17 crosses the southern part of town, east toward Mad River Glen and Waitsfield.

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; 1.47% for land; and a VHFA-financed primary residence is exempt on the first $250,000. Estimate your costs with our Vermont Home Cost Calculator, and see our Vermont home inspection guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools serve Starksboro, VT?

Robinson School in Starksboro for pre-K through grade 6, and Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School in Bristol for grades 7 through 12.

What is the ZIP code for Starksboro, VT?

05487.

Who is Starksboro named for?

John Stark, a Revolutionary War officer of the New Hampshire Militia.

How do you get from Starksboro to the Mad River Valley?

Vermont Route 17 runs east from the southern part of Starksboro toward Mad River Glen and Waitsfield.

How do I see recent home prices in Starksboro?

Our Starksboro 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 Home Buying Guide
• Nearby: Hinesburg, Monkton, Mad River Valley

Sources

• Starksboro, Vermont (county, population, area, communities, Routes 116 and 17, charter, name, notable people, ZIP code)
• Robinson School; Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School
• Vermont Department of Taxes, Property Transfer Tax