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$280,800$209 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $76,950 on Mar 15, 2012

17 FOSTER ST

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$281K
$248K low$314K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$76,950 · Mar 15, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,012 (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.$225,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,900

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.20
85
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.
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.70 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Traditional/Old
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.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.Elevator

Transaction History(5)

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
Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
M
Main Street Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Montpelier High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05602These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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

17 Foster 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 83% of homes in Montpelier 05602
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Montpelier 05602
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

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$188K$875K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Estimated value$280,800
CheaperTypical $421,314Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 17 Foster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,80017% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20912% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²41% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac13% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than188013% of homes9% of homes

About 17 Foster St

How much is 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT is $280,800 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $247,971 to $313,629. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT last sell?

17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT last sold on Mar 15, 2012 for $76,950, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT?

17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT built?

17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT?

17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Union Elementary School (elementary); Main Street Middle School (middle), rated A+; Montpelier High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,569 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 17% of them ($280,800 against a typical $421,314), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($209 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1880 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 30% 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 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Foster St, Montpelier, VT was $3,012. The county assessed it at $225,900.

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