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$237,659$237 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $90,000 on Sep 8, 1998

103 OBSERVATORY ST

BENNINGTON, VT 05201
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,004 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$238K
$215K low$260K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Sep 8, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,685 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$111,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05201These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,265
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.153 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

103 Observatory St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Bennington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Bennington 05201
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Bennington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Bennington County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Bennington County

What homes are worth in Bennington 05201

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$102K$627K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Bennington 05201.

How it measures up in Bennington 05201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennington 05201.

Estimated value$237,659
CheaperTypical $253,078Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,004 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 103 Observatory St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennington 05201Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,65941% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23790% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,004 ft²19% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac24% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than195344% of homes32% of homes

About 103 Observatory St

How much is 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT is $237,659 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $215,080 to $260,238. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT last sell?

103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT last sold on Sep 8, 1998 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT?

103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,004 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT built?

103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT?

103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C; Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT compare to other homes in Bennington 05201?

Among the 5,020 homes in Bennington 05201, it is worth more than 41% of them ($237,659 against a typical $253,078), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($237 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,004 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1953 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 22% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 103 Observatory St, Bennington, VT was $1,685. The county assessed it at $111,800.

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