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Colchester, VT

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A lakefront oasis in northwest Vermont

Scenic Lakefront Park-Like Upscale Family-Friendly Fishing Boating

Colchester is a lakefront oasis in northwest Vermont. Nestled along the sprawling Lake Champlain, residents can enjoy the best of lakefront living with boating, fishing, swimming, camping, and more. Niquette Bay State Park is a wonderful place to enjoy the waterfront views, and there are abundant campsites around the water. Housing in the area ranges from affordable to upscale. This family-friendly community appreciates the wooded streets, peaceful atmosphere, and small-town charm that comes with living in Colchester. The city is mainly residential with a few small businesses sitting in the heart of town like the Village Scoop. For more dining, shopping, and entertainment options, residents can easily travel south into Burlington, just minutes from Colchester. The University of Vermont and the Burlington International Airport are just minutes from town as well.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Colchester, VT is $1,838 for a studio, $2,082 for one bedroom, $1,932 for two bedrooms, and $1,368 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Colchester has increased by 6.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,082/month
652 Sq Ft
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Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

35

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Malletts Bay School

Public

Grades 3-5

483 Students

7
out of 10

Porters Point School

Public

Grades PK-2

482 Students

Rating Unavailable

Union Memorial School

Public

Grades PK-2

231 Students

Rating Unavailable

Colchester Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

497 Students

5
out of 10

Colchester High School

Public

Grades 9-12

721 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Perkins Geology Museum
  • Echo Lake Aquarium & Science Center
  • Intervale Center
  • Niquette Bay State Park
  • Sand Bar State Park

Airports

  • Patrick Leahy Burlington International
  • Plattsburgh International

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