If you’ve spent any time in Chittenden County, there’s a good chance you’ve walked a path or driven a street built by S.D. Ireland. From vibrant city blocks to leafy neighborhoods, the Vermont-based development company has been shaping spaces where people truly want to live. Their projects aren’t just buildings; they’re intentional communities that reflect the people who call them home.

 A bird's-eye view of Bank Street Apartments at Burlington Square, offering modern studio, and one- and two-bedroom homes. 

S.D. Ireland’s projects are known for thoughtful, community-centered design and a desire to make Vermont better, one neighborhood at a time. At the center of it all are Kim and Scott Ireland, owners of S.D. Ireland Properties, who say, “We want to build places where people feel proud to live, where it feels good to come home.”

 Now leasing and ready for move-ins in the heart of Burlington. Our popular South Village town homes and flats, where walkable neighborhoods meet scenic Vermont living.

FARMLAND IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

One of the most celebrated examples is South Village in South Burlington. South Village is more than a neighborhood—it’s an “agri-hood,” where homes are intentionally integrated with working farmland and community green space, offering residents a unique blend of rural charm and modern living.

Designed to echo the character of a New England village, the community is as functional as it is picturesque. “It has that classic Vermont feel but was created with today’s lifestyle in mind,” says Patrick O'Brien, vice president of S.D. Ireland. “At South Village, that meant weaving in farm fields and trails to preserve its agricultural setting.”

 The interior of our spacious town homes at Farm Way in South Village, combining comfort, style, and energy-efficient design

HOMES BUILT TO BLEND WITH NATURE

In Colchester, Sunderland Farms offers a quieter experience. Surrounded by woods and winding trails, the homes are designed to blend into the natural surroundings. “Sunderland Farms is a growing community still under construction, but the end goal is a walkable neighborhood like Severance Corners—with more residential and mixed-use spaces, a pocket park, a dog park, and other shared amenities for residents to look forward to.”

 The common area at Sunderland Farms, featuring a cozy fire pit, community grills, and open-air lounge spaces, perfect for relaxing or gathering with neighbors. Our newest 24-plex will be ready for January move-ins—now leasing!

A PLACE TO LIVE, SHOP, AND DINE

And now, all eyes are on Burlington Square.This downtown development promises to bring something fresh to the city’s urban core, combining apartments, retail space, a café, and a boutique hotel. It’s an ambitious project, but the team is up to the challenge. “There’s one main entrance for everyone, which creates a natural sense of connection,” Alyssa Buckley

Couture, marketing director, says. “We imagine Burlington Square as a small ecosystem— vibrant and active—where hotel guests and apartment residents mingle in the restaurant and bar, share the fitness center, and cross paths in common spaces. The hustle and bustle of downtown Burlington is alive here.”

PEOPLE-FIRST PROJECT PLANNING

S.D. Ireland Properties has a deep respect for both people and place, planning each project with care. “For Bank Street Apartments, we partnered with Freeman to choose materials that honor Burlington’s historic downtown while offering a fresh, modern feel. Across all our communities, the goal is the same: create homes that are functional, beautiful, and built to last.”

Being a Vermont-based company means planning around snow, shifting seasons, and strict regulations. “Vermont keeps us thoughtful,” Alyssa says. “We have to be creative and intentional—from energy efficiency to how each project fits into the community.”

 A stylish one-bedroom at 114 Dylan Avenue, which just celebrated its one-year anniversary since opening.

BUILDING A SENSE OF BELONGING

At its heart, S.D. Ireland Properties is about more than real estate. It’s about building places where memories are made, kids grow up, neighbors become friends, and people feel a sense of belonging.

“We’re proud of the on-site service we provide,” Alyssa says. “Having property and maintenance teams embedded in our communities builds trust, connection, and long-term satisfaction.” That hands-on approach is a big part of why residents choose to stay, and why S.D. Ireland Properties continues to grow in Vermont.

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