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$161,176$269 / 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 71How 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

159 DENSMORE RD

CHELSEA, VT 05038
1
Beds
1
Baths
600 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.
91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$161K
$114K low$209K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,512 (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.$191,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$144,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,300

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
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.
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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.91.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.

M
First Branch Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.0 mi
E
First Branch Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.0 mi

District: First Branch Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05038These 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.151
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 100.77

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,446
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,429
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,552
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

159 Densmore Rd 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 91% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Chelsea 05038
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Orange County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Chelsea 05038

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

This home
$80K$721K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Chelsea 05038.

How it measures up in Chelsea 05038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chelsea 05038.

Estimated value$161,176
CheaperTypical $242,560Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size91 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 159 Densmore Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChelsea 05038Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,17623% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26989% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than600 ft²8% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than91 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than195835% of homes30% of homes

About 159 Densmore Rd

How much is 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT is $161,176 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $113,639 to $208,713. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT last sell?

159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT?

159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 600 square feet of living space and a 91.00-acre lot.

When was 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT built?

159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT?

159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT is assigned to First Branch Middle School (middle), rated B-; First Branch Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in First Branch Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT compare to other homes in Chelsea 05038?

Among the 664 homes in Chelsea 05038, it is worth more than 23% of them ($161,176 against a typical $242,560), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($269 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 8% of them (600 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (91 ac against a typical 10 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1958 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 9% 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 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Densmore Rd, Chelsea, VT was $3,512. The county assessed it at $191,300.

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