Bennington, VT | 1030 Water Street

$975,000
MLS#: 5077444
1.47
Acres
300
Road Frontage
0
Sq Ft
$20,646
Taxes
Restore Properties
Welcome to a truly unique and versatile property situated on 5 beautiful acres, offering a rare combination of residential comfort, business potential, and rental income. The main residence is a spacious 2,100 square foot home seamlessly connected to a large, fully equipped garage. This garage is a dream for automotive professionals or hobbyists, featuring two vehicle lifts, a high-ceilinged workspace, a parts room, and a professional-grade showroom, all under one roof. The layout is ideal for a live/work setup, providing easy access from the home to your business or creative space. In addition to the main home and garage, the property includes a separate two-unit building- one three-bedroom unit and one two-bedroom unit, both well-maintained and move-in ready. These units offer excellent potential for rental income, multi-generational living, or guest accommodations. Behind the duplex is a spacious three-car garage, perfect for additional storage, workshop space, or tenant use. The land itself is a standout feature, with open space, privacy, and plenty of room for expansion, gardens, or outdoor recreation. Whether you're looking to operate a small business, invest in income-producing property, or enjoy a flexible homestead with room to grow, this one-of-a-kind estate offers incredible value and opportunity. Don't miss your chance to own a property that truly does it all.
Unlock the potential of this fully leased commercial property, situated in the heart of Bennington’s vibrant downtown district. This high-visibility building boasts a prime location on Main Street, offering consistent business exposure. The turnkey property features three well-maintained units, all currently occupied by established tenants, ample on-site parking and proximity to local attractions make this property an attractive spot for retail, office, or service-based businesses.
Industrial opportunity in North Bennington. This 44,193 SF steel-frame industrial building sits on 1.47 acres along VT-67A (Water Street) in the Village Industrial corridor. Built in 1967 for manufacturing operations, the property offers open warehouse space with approximately 22’ ceiling height, mezzanine office and storage areas, wet sprinkler system, multiple loading docks, slab-on-grade construction, metal siding and roof, and municipal water and sewer. The building formerly operated as a Chemfab / Saint-Gobain manufacturing facility. A comprehensive VTDEC-approved corrective action program was completed in 2023–2024, including asbestos abatement and interior remediation. A Completion Report dated February 29, 2024 confirms corrective action objectives were achieved. Documentation available upon request. Strategically located approximately one mile south of North Bennington Village and one mile north of downtown Bennington, the property provides direct frontage on VT-67A with strong industrial access and regional connectivity. Ideal for warehouse, light manufacturing, distribution, contractor operations, or redevelopment. Limited industrial inventory available in Bennington County. Buyer to verify square footage, zoning, and permitted uses.
An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Southern Vermont's most versatile commercial properties. Currently known as the South Shire Inn, this landmark Victorian estate offers exceptional flexibility for investors, developers, owner-users, hospitality operators, and entrepreneurs seeking a property with multiple future possibilities. Originally built in 1887 by renowned architect William C. Bull, the beautifully restored property includes nine guest accommodations, elegant common areas, owner's quarters, a detached carriage house with additional guest accommodations, a commercial kitchen, and an established Thai restaurant providing existing rental income. The property's flexible layout and MU1 zoning support a wide variety of permitted commercial and mixed-use applications, including hospitality, restaurant, professional office, event, wellness, residential care, and other investment opportunities, subject to local approvals. Whether a buyer chooses to continue the existing hospitality operation or reposition the property for another permitted use, this offering provides flexibility rarely found in today's market. Ideally located within walking distance of downtown Bennington and centrally positioned between Manchester, Williamstown, and the Berkshires, the property benefits from year-round tourism, recreation, higher education, and cultural attractions. Seller financing and lease-to-own opportunities may be available for qualified buyers.
Turnkey Business + Equipment + Real Estate | High-Visibility Downtown Commercial Property Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established commercial printing business, extensive equipment package, and prime downtown real estate: all offered together. Situated on approximately 1.1 commercial acres along a highly visible Main Street location, this property offers more than 12,000 square feet of versatile commercial and production space with excellent exposure, accessibility, and ample on-site parking. The substantial concrete-structure building is well suited for manufacturing, production, distribution, or other commercial uses and features 880-amp electrical service, a sprinkler system, and a roof replaced approximately six years ago. The layout includes multiple offices, dedicated print and production areas, a darkroom, storage and work areas, plus a large rear warehouse with a loading dock for convenient shipping and receiving. The sale includes the operating commercial printing business and equipment necessary to continue operations, providing a buyer the opportunity to step into an established company with decades of history, an existing customer base, and a broad range of printing capabilities. The business has served commercial, institutional, organizational and other clients throughout the region and beyond. For an existing printing, graphics, mailing, promotional-products or marketing company, this represents an opportunity to expand market share, acquire an established customer base and add production capacity in Southern Vermont. For an entrepreneur, it offers the ability to acquire a functioning operation rather than building a business from the ground up. The real estate itself provides significant long-term flexibility. With 1.1 acres, more than 12,000 square feet, commercial zoning, Main Street visibility, loading capabilities and abundant parking, the property offers potential for continued owner occupancy, expansion or future reposit

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