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$239,323$142 / 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 69How 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
Last sold for $240,000 on Jul 5, 2022

249 WATER ST

ALBANY, VT 05820
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
1.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
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

$239K
$165K 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.$240,000 · Jul 5, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,783 (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.$126,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,900

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.29
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.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.48
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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

H
Lake Region Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 mi

District: Lake Region Union High School District 24

Neighborhood · ZIP 05820These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.116
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,704
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

249 Water 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 Orleans County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Orleans County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Albany 05820
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Albany 05820
  • Older than 96% of homes in Orleans County

What homes are worth in Albany 05820

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

This home
$81K$470K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Albany 05820.

How it measures up in Albany 05820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albany 05820.

Estimated value$239,323
CheaperTypical $205,629Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,198 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1.48 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 249 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlbany 05820Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,32365% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14228% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²80% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.48 ac31% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than186013% of homes4% of homes

About 249 Water St

How much is 249 Water St, Albany, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 Water St, Albany, VT is $239,323 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $164,721 to $313,925. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 Water St, Albany, VT last sell?

249 Water St, Albany, VT last sold on Jul 5, 2022 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 249 Water St, Albany, VT?

249 Water St, Albany, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 1.48-acre lot.

When was 249 Water St, Albany, VT built?

249 Water St, Albany, VT was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 249 Water St, Albany, VT?

249 Water St, Albany, VT is assigned to Lake Region Union High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Lake Region Union High School District 24. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 Water St, Albany, VT compare to other homes in Albany 05820?

Among the 279 homes in Albany 05820, it is worth more than 65% of them ($239,323 against a typical $205,629), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($142 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,198 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (1.48 ac against a typical 10 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1860 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Orleans 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 249 Water St, Albany, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 Water St, Albany, VT was $1,783. The county assessed it at $126,900.

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