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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Dedicated management team
  • Spacious kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Private first floor entrance
  • Professionally managed building

Location

197 River St, Montpelier, VT 05602, USA|Berlin Street
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Property Overview

197 River Street is highly rated with an overall Zumper rating of 9.2, showcasing its strong value and quality. The property features hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen, and a dedicated management team, while maintaining pet-friendly policies. With commendable scores for pricing, amenities, and location, it offers an appealing lifestyle and easy access to essentials, including a grocery store just 0.73 miles away, along with available outdoor spaces for pets.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 197 River Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 197 River Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bathLocated on River Street in Montpelier, VT, this two story apartment is one of 4 units in the building. Enter through your own private first floor entrance. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout both upper and lower levels give the entire space a cozy feel. Spacious and bright kitchen with great cabinet storage and a glass cook-top oven. Both bedrooms upstairs are a good size and come with their own closets! You are also in a great location to take in everything Montpelier has to offer! Pet-friendly! Up to 3 pets allowed with approval. Cats and dogs are welcome, and small caged animals may be considered. Vet records and references required. Refundable pet deposit is $250 for one pet or $500 for multiple, plus $25/month per pet. Dogs must be met prior to approval. Rental Criteria: Income Requirements*: Rent cannot exceed 35% of your gross household income, and total debt cannot exceed 50% of your income. If using a voucher program, these limits apply to your portion of the rent. Credit Score*: At least one applicant must have a credit score of 600 or higher. Rental History*: A minimum of one year of formal rental history is required. Clear background check Lease Length: All of our rentals are a 1 year lease term unless stated otherwise. *If you do not meet these criteria, you may be asked to provide a cosigner. Cosigners must meet the credit score requirement, clear background check, and have a maximum rent-to-income ratio of 33% and a maximum debt-to-income ratio of 50%. Cosigners have to submit their own application. Why rent from us? If you're looking for a place to rent in Vermont, Stone & Browning Property Management is the company to rent from! We are a local company run by a team who really knows and cares about the community, and it shows in how we treat our residents. In a professionally managed building, you can relax knowing we have a dedicated management team and 24/7 on-call maintenance! We offer a wide range of well-maintained homes and make things easy with online tools and responsive support. With a strong reputation and a friendly, hands-on approach, renting from us will feel like being welcomed by neighbors who genuinely want you to feel comfortable and settled, rather than just doing business with your typical property management company.

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Amenities for 197 River Street

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHardwood Floor
Heat IncludedHeating
Split Level

Appliances

MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Water/Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareSnowplowing
Trash and Recycling
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About 197 River Street

HomeApartments in Montpelier 197 River Street

Located on River Street in Montpelier, VT, this two story apartment is one of 4 units in the building. Enter through your own private first floor entrance. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout both upper and lower levels give the entire space a cozy feel. Spacious and bright kitchen with great cabinet storage and a glass cook-top oven. Both bedrooms upstairs are a good size and come with their own closets! You are also in a great location to take in everything Montpelier has to offer! Pet-friendly! Up to 3 pets allowed with approval. Cats and dogs are welcome, and small caged animals may be considered. Vet records and references required. Refundable pet deposit is $250 for one pet or $500 for multiple, plus $25/month per pet. Dogs must be met prior to approval. Rental Criteria: Income Requirements*: Rent cannot exceed 35% of your gross household income, and total debt cannot exceed 50% of your income. If using a voucher program, these limits apply to your portion of the rent. Credit Score*: At least one applicant must have a credit score of 600 or higher. Rental History*: A minimum of one year of formal rental history is required. Clear background check Lease Length: All of our rentals are a 1 year lease term unless stated otherwise. *If you do not meet these criteria, you may be asked to provide a cosigner. Cosigners must meet the credit score requirement, clear background check, and have a maximum rent-to-income ratio of 33% and a maximum debt-to-income ratio of 50%. Cosigners have to submit their own application. Why rent from us? If you're looking for a place to rent in Vermont, Stone & Browning Property Management is the company to rent from! We are a local company run by a team who really knows and cares about the community, and it shows in how we treat our residents. In a professionally managed building, you can relax knowing we have a dedicated management team and 24/7 on-call maintenance! We offer a wide range of well-maintained homes and make things easy with online tools and responsive support. With a strong reputation and a friendly, hands-on approach, renting from us will feel like being welcomed by neighbors who genuinely want you to feel comfortable and settled, rather than just doing business with your typical property management company.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 197 River Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 197 River Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 197 River Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
197 River Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
197 River Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 197 River Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
197 River Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
197 River Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

197 River Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 197 River Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Berlin Street

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Montpelier
A table of studio rental data trends in Montpelier
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,600
June 2024$1,255
July 2024$1,293
August 2024$1,415
September 2024$1,425
April 2025$1,218
May 2025$1,053
June 2025$1,100
July 2025$1,220
October 2025$1,100
February 2026$1,175
March 2026$1,222

Schools near 197 River Street

Union Elementary School

1 park ave

montpelier, VT, 5602

PK, K-4Public
B+

Moretown Elementary School

940 route 100b

moretown, VT, 5660

PK, K-6Public
A

Brookside Primary School

47 stowe st

waterbury, VT, 5676

PK, K-4Public
B

Washington Village School

72 school ln

washington, VT, 5675

PK, K-4Public
B

Waitsfield Elementary School

3951 main st

waitsfield, VT, 5673

PK, K-6Public
A
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Getting around Montpelier near 197 River St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 197 River St, Montpelier

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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