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$486,199$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 90How 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 $111,000 on May 8, 2014

257 ORCHARD ST

BRATTLEBORO, VT 05301
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,240 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.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$486K
$438K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$111,000 · May 8, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,629 (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.$299,770 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,770
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$299,770

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Ranch
CountyWINDHAM
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)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05301These 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.103
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 100.57

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.17,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.117 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,380
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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 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 more than 83% of homes in Brattleboro 05301
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Windham County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Windham County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Windham County

What homes are worth in Brattleboro 05301

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

This home
$144K$830K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Brattleboro 05301.

How it measures up in Brattleboro 05301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brattleboro 05301.

Estimated value$486,199
CheaperTypical $322,947Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area2,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,519 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 257 Orchard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrattleboro 05301Windham County
Estimated valuepricier than$486,19983% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21749% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,240 ft²78% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac48% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than195442% of homes34% of homes

About 257 Orchard St

How much is 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT is $486,199 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $438,416 to $533,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT last sell?

257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT last sold on May 8, 2014 for $111,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT?

257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,240 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT built?

257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT compare to other homes in Brattleboro 05301?

Among the 5,717 homes in Brattleboro 05301, it is worth more than 83% of them ($486,199 against a typical $322,947), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($217 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,240 ft² against a typical 1,519 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1954 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Windham County, it is worth more than 70% 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 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Orchard St, Brattleboro, VT was $5,629. The county assessed it at $299,770.

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