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$276,907$323 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

131 S RIVER ST

SWANTON, VT 05488
2
Beds
1
Baths
858 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.
1.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$277K
$253K low$301K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,425 (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.$165,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$105,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,200

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.37
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.99
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(1)

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

Neighborhood · ZIP 05488These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.7,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.100 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,899
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

131 S River 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 74% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Franklin County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Older than 75% of homes in Swanton 05488

What homes are worth in Swanton 05488

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

This home
$161K$767K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Swanton 05488.

How it measures up in Swanton 05488

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swanton 05488.

Estimated value$276,907
CheaperTypical $337,508Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$323
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area858 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size1.99 ac
SmallerTypical 0.84 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 131 S River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwanton 05488Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,90726% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32386% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than858 ft²7% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.99 ac78% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than195625% of homes32% of homes

About 131 S River St

How much is 131 S River St, Swanton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 S River St, Swanton, VT is $276,907 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $253,056 to $300,758. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 S River St, Swanton, VT last sell?

131 S River St, Swanton, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 S River St, Swanton, VT?

131 S River St, Swanton, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 858 square feet of living space and a 1.99-acre lot.

When was 131 S River St, Swanton, VT built?

131 S River St, Swanton, VT was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 131 S River St, Swanton, VT compare to other homes in Swanton 05488?

Among the 3,109 homes in Swanton 05488, it is worth more than 26% of them ($276,907 against a typical $337,508), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($323 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 7% of them (858 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.99 ac against a typical 0.84 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1956 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 26% 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 131 S River St, Swanton, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 S River St, Swanton, VT was $2,425. The county assessed it at $165,200.

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