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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $85,000 on Feb 22, 2024

171 RIVER RD

SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,704 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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.$85,000 · Feb 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,989 (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.$108,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,100

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.42
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Conventional
CountyCALEDONIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
St. Johnsbury Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
St. Johnsbury SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi

Neighborhood · ZIP 05819These 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.105
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 100.82

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,232
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,776
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

171 River 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.

  • Among the smallest lots in Saint Johnsbury 05819
  • Older than 77% of homes in Caledonia County

How it measures up in Saint Johnsbury 05819

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Johnsbury 05819.

Living area1,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,592 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 171 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Johnsbury 05819Caledonia County
Living areabigger than1,704 ft²56% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190030% of homes23% of homes

About 171 River Rd

When did 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT last sell?

171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT last sold on Feb 22, 2024 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,704 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT built?

171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT is assigned to St. Johnsbury Academy (high); St. Johnsbury School (elementary), rated D+. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT compare to other homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819?

Among the 3,143 homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819, it is bigger than 56% of them (1,704 ft² against a typical 1,592 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1900 against a typical 1959). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT was $1,989. The county assessed it at $108,500.

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