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$319,154$204 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

235 ELM ST

CHESTER, VT 05143
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,562 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$319K
$288K low$351K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,162 (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.$169,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$169,800

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.46
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.179 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05143These 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.104
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 100.63

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.4,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

235 Elm St 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 69% of homes in Windsor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Windsor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Older than 80% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in Chester 05143

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

This home
$119K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Chester 05143.

How it measures up in Chester 05143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 05143.

Estimated value$319,154
CheaperTypical $353,839Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 3.82 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 235 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 05143Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,15440% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20426% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²51% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac24% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than192522% of homes20% of homes

About 235 Elm St

How much is 235 Elm St, Chester, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 235 Elm St, Chester, VT is $319,154 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $287,659 to $350,649. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 235 Elm St, Chester, VT last sell?

235 Elm St, Chester, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 235 Elm St, Chester, VT?

235 Elm St, Chester, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 235 Elm St, Chester, VT built?

235 Elm St, Chester, VT was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

How does 235 Elm St, Chester, VT compare to other homes in Chester 05143?

Among the 2,476 homes in Chester 05143, it is worth more than 40% of them ($319,154 against a typical $353,839), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($204 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1 ac against a typical 3.82 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1925 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 31% 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 235 Elm St, Chester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 235 Elm St, Chester, VT was $3,162. The county assessed it at $169,800.

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