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$281,231$216 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $268,000 on Jul 7, 2025

242 SHELDON HTS

SHELDON, VT 05483
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,300 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.
1965
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.

Valuation

$281K
$248K low$314K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,000 · Jul 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,451 (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.$173,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,000

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.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.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

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 05483These 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.90
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 100.109

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,197
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,497
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,427
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°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%

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How this home compares

242 Sheldon Hts 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 73% of homes in Sheldon 05483
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Sheldon 05483
  • Older than 72% of homes in Sheldon 05483

What homes are worth in Sheldon 05483

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

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$161K$610K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Sheldon 05483.

How it measures up in Sheldon 05483

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheldon 05483.

Estimated value$281,231
CheaperTypical $341,219Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 242 Sheldon Hts ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldon 05483Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,23127% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21641% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²39% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac35% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than196528% of homes37% of homes

About 242 Sheldon Hts

How much is 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT is $281,231 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $248,486 to $313,976. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT last sell?

242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT last sold on Jul 7, 2025 for $268,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT?

242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,300 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT built?

242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT compare to other homes in Sheldon 05483?

Among the 658 homes in Sheldon 05483, it is worth more than 27% of them ($281,231 against a typical $341,219), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($216 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1965 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 27% 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 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Sheldon Hts, Sheldon, VT was $2,451. The county assessed it at $173,000.

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