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$264,296$187 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on Jul 2, 2009

1597 VT ROUTE 78

FRANKLIN, VT 05457
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,413 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.
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$264K
$207K low$322K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jul 2, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,310 (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.$163,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,000

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.40
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.13 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
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.0.80
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

Transaction History(4)

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 05457These 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.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.72%
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.9.3%
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.1,398
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,063
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,871
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

1597 Vt Route 78 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 78% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Franklin 05457

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

This home
$103K$597K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Franklin 05457.

How it measures up in Franklin 05457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 05457.

Estimated value$264,296
CheaperTypical $296,850Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,413 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,389 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.27 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 1597 Vt Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 05457Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,29641% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18729% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,413 ft²52% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac39% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than196941% of homes40% of homes

About 1597 Vt Route 78

How much is 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT is $264,296 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $206,977 to $321,615. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT last sell?

1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT last sold on Jul 2, 2009 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT?

1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,413 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT built?

1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a ranch home.

How does 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT compare to other homes in Franklin 05457?

Among the 908 homes in Franklin 05457, it is worth more than 41% of them ($264,296 against a typical $296,850), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($187 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,413 ft² against a typical 1,389 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 1.27 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1969 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 22% 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 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1597 Vt Route 78, Franklin, VT was $2,310. The county assessed it at $163,000.

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