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$402,692$228 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Jan 26, 2015

169 MESSIER HILL RD

NORTHFIELD, VT 05663
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,768 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
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

$403K
$370K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Jan 26, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,609 (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.$192,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$192,200

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.41
61
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.
48
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.90 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.Rustic
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(6)

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.

M
Northfield Middle / High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.5 mi
E
Northfield Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi

District: Paine Mountain School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05663These 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.62
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.6,348
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,067
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,015
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%

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How this home compares

169 Messier Hill 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 more than 77% of homes in Northfield 05663
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Washington County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Northfield 05663
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Washington County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Northfield 05663

What homes are worth in Northfield 05663

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

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$110K$773K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Northfield 05663.

How it measures up in Northfield 05663

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northfield 05663.

Estimated value$402,692
CheaperTypical $296,043Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.75 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 169 Messier Hill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthfield 05663Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$402,69277% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22861% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²65% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac59% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than199481% of homes80% of homes

About 169 Messier Hill Rd

How much is 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT is $402,692 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $370,271 to $435,113. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT last sell?

169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT last sold on Jan 26, 2015 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT?

169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,768 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT built?

169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a rustic home.

What schools serve 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT?

169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT is assigned to Northfield Middle / High School (middle), rated B; Northfield Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Paine Mountain School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT compare to other homes in Northfield 05663?

Among the 2,004 homes in Northfield 05663, it is worth more than 77% of them ($402,692 against a typical $296,043), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($228 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.75 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1994 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 56% 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 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 169 Messier Hill Rd, Northfield, VT was $3,609. The county assessed it at $192,200.

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