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$371,755$233 / 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 95How 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 $252,000 on Apr 27, 2018

125 MESSENGER ST

SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,596 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$372K
$354K low$389K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$252,000 · Apr 27, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,709 (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.$378,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$316,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$187,000

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Ranch
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
St. Albans City Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Bellows Free AcademyD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Maple Run Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05478These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,695
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.255 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,501
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

125 Messenger 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Saint Albans 05478

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

This home
$168K$812K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Saint Albans 05478.

How it measures up in Saint Albans 05478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Albans 05478.

Estimated value$371,755
CheaperTypical $361,557Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 125 Messenger St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Albans 05478Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$371,75553% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23349% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²56% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac12% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than196143% of homes34% of homes

About 125 Messenger St

How much is 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT is $371,755 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $354,446 to $389,064. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT last sell?

125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT last sold on Apr 27, 2018 for $252,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT built?

125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT is assigned to St. Albans City Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bellows Free Academy (high), rated D+. All sit in Maple Run Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT compare to other homes in Saint Albans 05478?

Among the 5,689 homes in Saint Albans 05478, it is worth more than 53% of them ($371,755 against a typical $361,557), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($233 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1961 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 54% 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 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 125 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT was $4,709. The county assessed it at $378,700.

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