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$168,923$137 / 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 87How 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 $168,000 on Jul 20, 2026

256 UNION ST

BENNINGTON, VT 05201
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,232 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$169K
$146K low$192K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,000 · Jul 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,922 (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.$100,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,700

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.51
85
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.
61
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.Victorian
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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
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(6)

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
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05201These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.15,265
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.153 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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 Union 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 87% of homes in Bennington County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Bennington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Bennington County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Bennington County

What homes are worth in Bennington 05201

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

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$91K$604K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Bennington 05201.

How it measures up in Bennington 05201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennington 05201.

Estimated value$168,923
CheaperTypical $251,883Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 256 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennington 05201Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,92313% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13718% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²37% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than193033% of homes24% of homes

About 256 Union St

How much is 256 Union St, Bennington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Union St, Bennington, VT is $168,923 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $146,210 to $191,636. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Union St, Bennington, VT last sell?

256 Union St, Bennington, VT last sold on Jul 20, 2026 for $168,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Union St, Bennington, VT?

256 Union St, Bennington, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 256 Union St, Bennington, VT built?

256 Union St, Bennington, VT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a victorian home.

What schools serve 256 Union St, Bennington, VT?

256 Union St, Bennington, 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 Union St, Bennington, VT compare to other homes in Bennington 05201?

Among the 5,020 homes in Bennington 05201, it is worth more than 13% of them ($168,923 against a typical $251,883), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($137 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1930 against a typical 1962). 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 Union St, Bennington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Union St, Bennington, VT was $1,922. The county assessed it at $100,700.

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