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$51,827$53 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $50,000 on Oct 23, 2025

161 BACK ST

ISLAND POND, VT 05846
3
Beds
1
Baths
976 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$52K
$48K low$56K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Oct 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$305 (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.$30,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,000

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.44
79
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
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.
3
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.49 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyESSEX
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(2)

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
Brighton Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.0 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 18.5 mi

District: North Country Senior Union High School District 22

Neighborhood · ZIP 05846These 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.159
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 100.70

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.52%
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.10%
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.1,245
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,905
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

161 Back 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Island Pond 05846
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Island Pond 05846
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Island Pond 05846
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Island Pond 05846
  • Older than 76% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Island Pond 05846

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

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$77K$710K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Island Pond 05846.

How it measures up in Island Pond 05846

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Island Pond 05846.

Estimated value$51,827
CheaperTypical $273,943Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$53
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1.43 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 161 Back St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIsland Pond 05846Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,827almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$532% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than976 ft²24% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac3% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than192031% of homes24% of homes

About 161 Back St

How much is 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT is $51,827 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $47,811 to $55,843. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT last sell?

161 Back St, Island Pond, VT last sold on Oct 23, 2025 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT?

161 Back St, Island Pond, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 976 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT built?

161 Back St, Island Pond, VT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT?

161 Back St, Island Pond, VT is assigned to Brighton Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+. All sit in North Country Senior Union High School District 22. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT compare to other homes in Island Pond 05846?

Among the 963 homes in Island Pond 05846, it is worth more than almost none of them ($51,827 against a typical $273,943), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($53 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 24% of them (976 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1.43 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1920 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than almost no 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 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Back St, Island Pond, VT was $305. The county assessed it at $30,400.

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