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$705,688
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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

198 RIVER RD

FAIRFAX, VT 05454
0
Baths
25.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$706K
$608K low$804K 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.$705,688
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$564,550

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,997 (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.$389,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$262,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$389,300

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.33
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.25.60
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Bellows Free Academy Elementary School at FairfaxB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
M
Bellows Free Academy Middle / High School at FairfaxB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Fairfax School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05454These 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.53
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 100.98

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,828
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,676
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

198 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 96% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Fairfax 05454

What homes are worth in Fairfax 05454

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

This home
$238K$833K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Fairfax 05454.

How it measures up in Fairfax 05454

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairfax 05454.

Estimated value$705,688
CheaperTypical $480,869Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size25.6 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

How 198 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfax 05454Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$705,68893% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than25.6 ac93% of homes92% of homes

About 198 River Rd

How much is 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT is $705,688 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $607,550 to $803,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT last sell?

198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT?

198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT is assigned to Bellows Free Academy Elementary School at Fairfax (elementary), rated B; Bellows Free Academy Middle / High School at Fairfax (middle), rated B-. All sit in Fairfax School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT compare to other homes in Fairfax 05454?

Among the 1,988 homes in Fairfax 05454, it is worth more than 93% of them ($705,688 against a typical $480,869) and its lot is bigger than 93% of them (25.6 ac against a typical 2.4 ac). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 96% 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 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 198 River Rd, Fairfax, VT was $4,997. The county assessed it at $389,300.

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