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196 RIDGE RD

CASTLETON, VT 05735
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
776 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.
5.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,760 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$457,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$388,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$267,000

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.35
1
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.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyRUTLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.31
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Castleton Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Fair Haven Union High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Castleton Village School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Slate Valley Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05735These 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.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.4,686
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.84 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,241
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,634
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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.Absentee owner
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

196 Ridge 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.

  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Rutland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Castleton 05735
  • Older than 78% of homes in Castleton 05735

How it measures up in Castleton 05735

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Castleton 05735.

Living area776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size5.31 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 196 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastleton 05735Rutland County
Living areabigger than776 ft²8% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.31 ac77% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than193022% of homes29% of homes

About 196 Ridge Rd

When did 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT last sell?

196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT last sold on Jul 5, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT?

196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 776 square feet of living space and a 5.31-acre lot.

When was 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT built?

196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT?

196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT is assigned to Castleton Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Fair Haven Union High School (high), rated D; Castleton Village School (middle). All sit in Slate Valley Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT compare to other homes in Castleton 05735?

Among the 2,852 homes in Castleton 05735, it is bigger than 8% of them (776 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (5.31 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1930 against a typical 1973). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 196 Ridge Rd, Castleton, VT was $6,760. The county assessed it at $457,700.

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