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$157,286$236 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

1888 VT ROUTE 242

JAY, VT 05859
2
Beds
1
Baths
666 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.
1.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$157K
$112K low$203K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$157,286
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,829

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,473 (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.$80,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,500

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.48
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.51%
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.1 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.Conventional
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.70
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

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

E
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.9 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.1 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 15.6 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05859These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,219
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,754
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,729
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1888 Vt Route 242 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 89% of homes in Orleans County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in North Troy 05859
  • Older than 86% of homes in North Troy 05859

What homes are worth in North Troy 05859

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

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$77K$948K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in North Troy 05859.

How it measures up in North Troy 05859

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Troy 05859.

Estimated value$157,286
CheaperTypical $312,239Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,501 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size1.7 ac
SmallerTypical 2.7 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 1888 Vt Route 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Troy 05859Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,28616% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23660% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than666 ft²5% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.7 ac43% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than191014% of homes18% of homes

About 1888 Vt Route 242

How much is 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT is $157,286 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $111,673 to $202,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sell?

1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 666 square feet of living space and a 1.70-acre lot.

When was 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT built?

1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT compare to other homes in North Troy 05859?

Among the 1,352 homes in North Troy 05859, it is worth more than 16% of them ($157,286 against a typical $312,239), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($236 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 5% of them (666 ft² against a typical 1,501 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1.7 ac against a typical 2.7 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1910 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 11% 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 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1888 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was $1,473. The county assessed it at $80,500.

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