34 South Main Street, Danby, VT 05739

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34 South Main Street,Danby, VT 05739
$845,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,456 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by:katherine zilkha
Office:four seasons sotheby's int'l realty
MLS#:5029647
Source:PrimeMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$845,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$149.4

About this home

If you've ever dreamed of owning a historic home without the hassle of renovations, this is the perfect opportunity. Built in 1860 by Silas Griffith, Vermont's first millionaire, this remarkable property was once known as the skyscraper of Southern Vermont during the Civil War era. Later, it became home to Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck, who operated the Maple Skillet Eatery on the first floor. In 2017, a meticulous renovation transformed the home, adding new insulation, structural reinforcements, updated plumbing and electrical systems, a new roof, windows, and modern conveniences such as heat pumps, central AC, solar panels, and smart thermostats. More recently, the kitchen was beautifully remodeled, featuring an expansive island and brand-new appliances and a bedroom was added to the second floor. The heart of the home is on the second floor, where an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area boasts hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and oversized windows

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Home facts

  • Year built:1860
  • Listing Id #:5029647
  • Added:177 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 12, 2025 at 12:41 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Living area:4,456 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central AC
  • Heating:Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Multi Zone, Passive Solar

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt Shingle
  • Year built:1860
  • Building area:4,456 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:8.24 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Choice
  • Middle school:Choice
  • Elementary school:Currier Memorial School

Utilities

  • Sewer:Community

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$845,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$149.4
  • Tax amount:$14,088 (2025)
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