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$297,038$217 / 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 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

253 VT ROUTE 4A W

CASTLETON, VT 05735
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,368 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.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$297K
$255K low$339K 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.$297,038
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$237,630

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,206 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$348,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,600

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.37
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
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.
20
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%
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
CountyRUTLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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

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

E
Castleton Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Castleton Village School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Fair Haven Union High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Slate Valley Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05735These 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.121
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 100.72

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.4,686
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.84 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,241
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,634
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

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

253 Vt Route 4a W 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.

  • Newer than 92% of homes in Rutland County

What homes are worth in Castleton 05735

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

This home
$117K$873K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Castleton 05735.

How it measures up in Castleton 05735

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Castleton 05735.

Estimated value$297,038
CheaperTypical $306,399Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,368 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 253 Vt Route 4a W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastleton 05735Rutland County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,03847% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21743% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,368 ft²47% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac48% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than200491% of homes92% of homes

About 253 Vt Route 4a W

How much is 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT is $297,038 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $254,996 to $339,080. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT last sell?

253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT?

253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,368 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT built?

253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT?

253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT is assigned to Castleton Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Castleton Village School (middle); Fair Haven Union High School (high), rated D. All sit in Slate Valley Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT compare to other homes in Castleton 05735?

Among the 2,852 homes in Castleton 05735, it is worth more than 47% of them ($297,038 against a typical $306,399), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($217 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,368 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2004 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Rutland County, it is worth more than 49% 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 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 253 Vt Route 4a W, Castleton, VT was $5,206. The county assessed it at $348,100.

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