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$641,350$396 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $206,000 on Nov 21, 2005

20 SCARFF AVE

BURLINGTON, VT 05401
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,618 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$641K
$591K low$692K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$206,000 · Nov 21, 2005
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.$641,350
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$513,080

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,397 (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.$550,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$164,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$385,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$550,100

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.
13
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.
76
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

Transaction History(3)

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
Champlain Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Edmunds Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05401These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.30,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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.Yes

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

20 Scarff Ave 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 84% of homes in Five Avenues
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Chittenden County

What homes are worth in Burlington 05401

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

This home
$218K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Burlington 05401.

How it measures up in Burlington 05401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05401.

Estimated value$641,350
CheaperTypical $550,246Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$396
CheaperTypical $364Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,618 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 20 Scarff Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFive AvenuesBurlington 05401Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$641,35084% of homes66% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39682% of homes65% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,618 ft²49% of homes45% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac68% of homes66% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192427% of homes48% of homes11% of homes

About 20 Scarff Ave

How much is 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT is $641,350 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $591,191 to $691,509. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT last sell?

20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT last sold on Nov 21, 2005 for $206,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT?

20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,618 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT built?

20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT?

20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT is assigned to Champlain Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Edmunds Middle School (middle), rated B; Burlington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05401?

Among the 6,112 homes in Burlington 05401, it is worth more than 66% of them ($641,350 against a typical $550,246), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($396 against a typical $364), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,618 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1924 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 75% 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 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Scarff Ave, Burlington, VT was $8,397. The county assessed it at $550,100.

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