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$260,899$161 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

197 BENJAMIN DR

READING, VT 05062
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,622 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.
1.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$261K
$248K low$274K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,071 (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.$164,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,300

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
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.
9
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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

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

E
Reading Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi
M
Woodstock Union Middle / High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 10.3 mi

District: Windsor Central Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05062These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
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.649
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,549
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,756
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

197 Benjamin Dr 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 80% of homes in Windsor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Windsor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Reading 05062
  • Older than 66% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in Reading 05062

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

This home
$116K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Reading 05062.

How it measures up in Reading 05062

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 05062.

Estimated value$260,899
CheaperTypical $377,561Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,622 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,696 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size1.02 ac
SmallerTypical 10.02 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 197 Benjamin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReading 05062Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,89925% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16115% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,622 ft²47% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.02 ac19% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than196043% of homes34% of homes

About 197 Benjamin Dr

How much is 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT is $260,899 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $247,568 to $274,230. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT last sell?

197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT?

197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,622 square feet of living space and a 1.02-acre lot.

When was 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT built?

197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT?

197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT is assigned to Reading Elementary School (elementary); Woodstock Union Middle / High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Windsor Central Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT compare to other homes in Reading 05062?

Among the 384 homes in Reading 05062, it is worth more than 25% of them ($260,899 against a typical $377,561), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($161 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,622 ft² against a typical 1,696 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1.02 ac against a typical 10.02 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1960 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 20% 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 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Benjamin Dr, Reading, VT was $2,071. The county assessed it at $164,300.

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