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$386,147$213 / 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 80How 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 $65,000 on Jun 16, 2009

257 MAIN ST

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,816 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.
1830
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$386K
$310K low$462K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Jun 16, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,475 (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.$275,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,600

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.42
58
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.61 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.

M
Main Street Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
H
Montpelier High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05602These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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

257 Main 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Montpelier 05602
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

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$185K$862K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Estimated value$386,147
CheaperTypical $419,933Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$213
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1830
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 257 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$386,14742% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21313% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,816 ft²65% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac58% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than18303% of homes2% of homes

About 257 Main St

How much is 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT is $386,147 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $310,118 to $462,176. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT last sell?

257 Main St, Montpelier, VT last sold on Jun 16, 2009 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

257 Main St, Montpelier, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,816 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT built?

257 Main St, Montpelier, VT was built in 1830, making it 196 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

257 Main St, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Main Street Middle School (middle), rated A+; Union Elementary School (elementary); Montpelier High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,572 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 42% of them ($386,147 against a typical $419,933), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($213 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,816 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1830 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 55% 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 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Main St, Montpelier, VT was $3,475. The county assessed it at $275,600.

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