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$639,586$156 / 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 60How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1201 VT ROUTE 5A

WEST CHARLESTON, VT 05872
0
Baths
4,088 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.
103.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$640K
$382K low$897K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$639,586
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$511,669

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,481 (2020)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$756,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$340,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$416,300

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.30
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.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cape Cod
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.103.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

E
Charleston Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.5 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi

District: Charleston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05872These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,011
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1201 Vt Route 5a 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 more than 93% of homes in Orleans County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in West Charleston 05872
  • Among the largest homes in West Charleston 05872
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 88% of homes in West Charleston 05872

What homes are worth in West Charleston 05872

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

This home
$108K$890K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in West Charleston 05872.

How it measures up in West Charleston 05872

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Charleston 05872.

Estimated value$639,586
CheaperTypical $326,914Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area4,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size103.1 ac
SmallerTypical 8 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1201 Vt Route 5a ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Charleston 05872Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$639,58692% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15615% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than4,088 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than103.1 ac93% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than190012% of homes16% of homes

About 1201 Vt Route 5a

How much is 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT is $639,586 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $382,496 to $896,676. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT last sell?

1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT?

1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT has 4,088 square feet of living space and a 103.10-acre lot.

When was 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT built?

1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a cape cod home.

What schools serve 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT?

1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT is assigned to Charleston Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Charleston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT compare to other homes in West Charleston 05872?

Among the 605 homes in West Charleston 05872, it is worth more than 92% of them ($639,586 against a typical $326,914), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($156 against a typical $261), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,088 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (103.1 ac against a typical 8 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1900 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 93% 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 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT?

The 2020 property tax bill for 1201 Vt Route 5a, West Charleston, VT was $16,481. The county assessed it at $756,500.

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