The "Green Mountain" shift is here. In 2024, the story was all about low inventory. In 2025, the story became about precision. As inventory began to rise slightly and mortgage rates stabilized, buyers became more selective.
Our just-released 2025 Vermont Real Estate Annual Report reveals a fascinating trend: the "School District Premium." While statewide median prices grew by roughly 5.8%, specific districts saw double-digit appreciation while others stayed flat.
Why School Districts are the New Market Indicators
For years, we've known schools matter, but our 2025 data shows that school district boundaries are now the primary "firewall" against market volatility. In this report, we delve into:
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Median Sale Price by District: Which districts crossed the $500k mark this year?
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The Financing Mix: How many buyers are still using cash vs. conventional or FHA loans in your specific town?
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The "Expired" Warning: A 15% rise in expired listings in certain areas suggests that "pricing for 2022" no longer works in 2025.
What Our Annual Survey Revealed
We surveyed hundreds of active buyers and sellers across Vermont. The results were surprising: inventory is still the #1 concern, but "energy efficiency" and "proximity to local centers" have climbed to the top of the priority list.
Don't navigate the 2026 market using 2024’s maps.
[Click here to download the full 40-page report and see the data for your school district.]