Putrid-Might-8839 OP t1_ixzo5am wrote on November 27, 2022 at 5:25 PM

Reply to comment by kapntug in moving to VT, asking for advice on locations. I have a family of 4 with a 13 year old and 17 year old. by Putrid-Might-8839

Thank you for your reply, I do not mind driving 40 min for work. I have done a lot of construction, so driving distance to job sites is normal for me. My financial status is middle class. Im definitely not looking for a 600k home. 250-300 would be my preferred price range.

WantDastardlyBack t1_iy0mcpl wrote on November 27, 2022 at 9:10 PM

I'll second what Kapntug said. A house next to me went on the market in August and the owner bought that house (about 1,200 sq feet) about six years earlier for $180k-ish and it sold a day later for $325k. Another home near me sold for $365k within a week, which was stunning given that it was being sold as-is and wasn't in great shape due to damage from untrained dogs and trash left behind. We're about 40 minutes from Burlington. If you want cheaper in the Burlington area, you're going to have a longer commute than 40 mins.

kapntug t1_iy1cnb3 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 12:17 AM

The housing market has been wild the past few years. Gotta be quick!

kapntug t1_ixzvkdg wrote on November 27, 2022 at 6:15 PM

At the moment, homes in that price range are few and snatched up quickly. What about your wife? Does she need to work in a hospital? That would certainly narrow your search. Brattleboro has a "tiny city" environment, but my sister lived in the Dover/Wilmington area nearby for years and loved it. I wish you luck in your search. Moving to VT was the best decision I ever made in my life and I hope your family find what you're looking for.