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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $175,000 on Nov 3, 2011

178 RIVER RD

COLCHESTER, VT 05446
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,232 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.$175,000 · Nov 3, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,859 (2025)

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.
10
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.
77
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.Conventional
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.1974
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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(2)

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
Porters Point School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.6 mi
H
Colchester High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Colchester Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Colchester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05446These 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.106
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 100.105

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.94%
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.6.1%
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.14,124
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.383 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,186
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,619
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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 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.

  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Colchester 05446
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Colchester 05446
  • Among the oldest homes in Chittenden County

How it measures up in Colchester 05446

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Colchester 05446.

Living area2,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,434 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 178 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColchester 05446Chittenden County
Living areabigger than2,232 ft²83% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac28% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than1800almost no homesalmost no homes

About 178 River Rd

When did 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT last sell?

178 River Rd, Colchester, VT last sold on Nov 3, 2011 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT?

178 River Rd, Colchester, VT has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,232 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT built?

178 River Rd, Colchester, VT was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT?

178 River Rd, Colchester, VT is assigned to Porters Point School (elementary); Colchester High School (high), rated B+; Colchester Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Colchester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT compare to other homes in Colchester 05446?

Among the 6,438 homes in Colchester 05446, it is bigger than 83% of them (2,232 ft² against a typical 1,434 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1800 against a typical 1982). 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 River Rd, Colchester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 River Rd, Colchester, VT was $4,859.

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