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$178,896$233 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $105,000 on Jan 4, 2016

162 MERCHANT ST

BARRE, VT 05641
2
Beds
2
Baths
768 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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

$179K
$158K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Jan 4, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,781 (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.$97,730 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,730

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
53
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.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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(3)

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.

H
Spaulding High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Barre City Elementary & Middle SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Barre Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05641These 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.104
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.17,552
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

162 Merchant 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 92% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Barre 05641
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Barre 05641

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

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$111K$684K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Barre 05641.

How it measures up in Barre 05641

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barre 05641.

Estimated value$178,896
CheaperTypical $309,326Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 162 Merchant St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarre 05641Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,89611% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23356% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²2% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac33% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than194837% of homes29% of homes

About 162 Merchant St

How much is 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT is $178,896 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $157,934 to $199,858. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT last sell?

162 Merchant St, Barre, VT last sold on Jan 4, 2016 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

162 Merchant St, Barre, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT built?

162 Merchant St, Barre, VT was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

162 Merchant St, Barre, VT is assigned to Spaulding High School (high), rated C-; Barre City Elementary & Middle School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Barre Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT compare to other homes in Barre 05641?

Among the 6,337 homes in Barre 05641, it is worth more than 11% of them ($178,896 against a typical $309,326), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($233 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 2% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1948 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 8% 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 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 162 Merchant St, Barre, VT was $1,781. The county assessed it at $97,730.

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