Cape Style Homes for Sale in Chittenden County, VT

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The cape is one of the most durable house forms in northern New England, and Chittenden County has a deep stock of it. The classic shape is a story and a half under a steep gable roof with a centered entry, dormers on the upper level and the eaves close to the second floor windows. Early examples stand in the village centers of Charlotte, Shelburne, Jericho and Richmond, while the larger group came with the postwar build-out in Colchester, Essex, Winooski and South Burlington. Many have since been expanded to the rear. Brian French Real Estate knows how these houses were built and where the good ones sit. Compare single-level plans on the single level homes page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What defines a cape style house?

A story and a half under a steep gable roof, a symmetrical facade with a centered entry, and dormers lighting the upper floor. The upper level typically sits partly within the roof line.

Are Chittenden County capes mostly older or newer?

Both. Village centers hold nineteenth and early twentieth century examples, while the larger share was built in the 1940s through the 1960s as the Burlington suburbs expanded.

How much space does a cape typically offer?

It varies with the dormers and any rear addition. Many run between 1,200 and 2,000 square feet, and the individual listing pages give the exact figures and room counts.