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$97,420$244 / 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 75How 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

159 DOWNING RD

TOPSHAM, VT 05076
2
Beds
0
Baths
400 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
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.

Valuation

$97K
$73K low$121K 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.$97,420
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$77,936

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$787 (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.$43,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,400

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.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
1
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.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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

E
Waits River Valley Union SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.9 mi

District: Waits River Valley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05076These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.21%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,532
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,678
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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.No

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

159 Downing 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 98% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Topsham 05076
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Topsham 05076
  • Among the newest homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Topsham 05076

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

This home
$59K$680K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Topsham 05076.

How it measures up in Topsham 05076

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topsham 05076.

Estimated value$97,420
CheaperTypical $244,522Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 12.6 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 159 Downing Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopsham 05076Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$97,42010% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24476% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than400 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac26% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than202096% of homesalmost all homes

About 159 Downing Rd

How much is 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT is $97,420 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $73,448 to $121,392. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT last sell?

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

How big is 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT?

159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT has 2 bedrooms, 400 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT built?

159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a rustic home.

What schools serve 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT?

159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT is assigned to Waits River Valley Union School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Waits River Valley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT compare to other homes in Topsham 05076?

Among the 365 homes in Topsham 05076, it is worth more than 10% of them ($97,420 against a typical $244,522), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($244 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 3% of them (400 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (5 ac against a typical 12.6 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2020 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 2% 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 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Downing Rd, Topsham, VT was $787. The county assessed it at $43,400.

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