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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $425,000 on May 4, 2020

17 WARD ST

BURLINGTON, VT 05401
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,048 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$425,000 · May 4, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,434 (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.$423,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$97,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$325,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$423,500

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyCHITTENDEN
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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

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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sustainability AcademyA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Lyman C. Hunt Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05401These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.30,739
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,374
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,346
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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 Ward 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.

  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Chittenden County

How it measures up in Burlington 05401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05401.

Living area2,048 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 17 Ward St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld North EndBurlington 05401Chittenden County
Living areabigger than2,048 ft²63% of homes66% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²6% of homes4% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than193585% of homes57% of homes13% of homes

About 17 Ward St

When did 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT last sell?

17 Ward St, Burlington, VT last sold on May 4, 2020 for $425,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT?

17 Ward St, Burlington, VT has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,048 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT built?

17 Ward St, Burlington, VT was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT?

17 Ward St, Burlington, VT is assigned to Sustainability Academy (elementary), rated A-; Burlington High School (high), rated B+; Lyman C. Hunt Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05401?

Among the 6,112 homes in Burlington 05401, it is bigger than 66% of them (2,048 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1935 against a typical 1926). 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 Ward St, Burlington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Ward St, Burlington, VT was $6,434. The county assessed it at $423,500.

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