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$667,167$283 / 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 96How 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 $365,000 on Oct 1, 2012

178 BROWNS RIVER RD

ESSEX JUNCTION, VT 05452
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,358 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.
11.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$667K
$638K low$697K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Oct 1, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,833 (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.$387,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$131,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$387,200

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.37
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Ranch
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.11.70
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.Deck

Transaction History(1)

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
Essex Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.3 mi
M
Essex Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Essex High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Essex Westford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05452These 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.73
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 100.96

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.22,139
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,730
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

178 Browns 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.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Essex Junction 05452

What homes are worth in Essex Junction 05452

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

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$217K$896K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Essex Junction 05452.

How it measures up in Essex Junction 05452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex Junction 05452.

Estimated value$667,167
CheaperTypical $471,724Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$283
CheaperTypical $289Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,358 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,622 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size11.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 178 Browns River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex Junction 05452Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$667,16789% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28345% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,358 ft²82% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than11.7 ac96% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198764% of homes64% of homes

About 178 Browns River Rd

How much is 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT is $667,167 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $637,562 to $696,772. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT last sell?

178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT last sold on Oct 1, 2012 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,358 square feet of living space and a 11.70-acre lot.

When was 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT built?

178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT is assigned to Essex Elementary School (elementary); Essex Middle School (middle), rated A; Essex High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Essex Westford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT compare to other homes in Essex Junction 05452?

Among the 7,427 homes in Essex Junction 05452, it is worth more than 89% of them ($667,167 against a typical $471,724), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($283 against a typical $289), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,358 ft² against a typical 1,622 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (11.7 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1987 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 75% 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 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Browns River Rd, Essex Junction, VT was $7,833. The county assessed it at $387,200.

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