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$159,195$121 / 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 85How 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

256 ORCHARD ST

POWNAL, VT 05261
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,320 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.
1.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$159K
$136K low$183K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,184 (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.$156,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,600

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.52
93
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.
58
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.
10
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.63
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.0 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05261These 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.69
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 100.54

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,095
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,698
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°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

256 Orchard 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 93% of homes in Bennington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Bennington County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Pownal 05261

What homes are worth in Pownal 05261

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

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$74K$597K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Pownal 05261.

How it measures up in Pownal 05261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pownal 05261.

Estimated value$159,195
CheaperTypical $212,977Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1.63 ac
SmallerTypical 2.45 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 256 Orchard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePownal 05261Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,19523% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12128% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²54% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.63 ac38% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than196221% of homes37% of homes

About 256 Orchard St

How much is 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT is $159,195 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $135,888 to $182,502. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT last sell?

256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT?

256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 1.63-acre lot.

When was 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT built?

256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT?

256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C; Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT compare to other homes in Pownal 05261?

Among the 1,217 homes in Pownal 05261, it is worth more than 23% of them ($159,195 against a typical $212,977), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($121 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (1.63 ac against a typical 2.45 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1962 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 7% 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 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Orchard St, Pownal, VT was $2,184. The county assessed it at $156,600.

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