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$514,235$201 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $500,000 on May 5, 2021

260 VT ROUTE 242

MONTGOMERY CENTER, VT 05471
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,557 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$514K
$451K low$577K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · May 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,031 (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.$314,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,600

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.30
1
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.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
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
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(2)

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.

E
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.6 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 16.7 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 20.1 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05471These 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.166
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 100.89

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.1,025
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,195
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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

260 Vt Route 242 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 90% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471

What homes are worth in Montgomery Center 05471

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

This home
$96K$889K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471.

How it measures up in Montgomery Center 05471

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery Center 05471.

Estimated value$514,235
CheaperTypical $300,616Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,557 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 4.7 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 260 Vt Route 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery Center 05471Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$514,23590% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20138% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,557 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac54% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197692% of homes49% of homes

About 260 Vt Route 242

How much is 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT is $514,235 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $451,044 to $577,426. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT last sell?

260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT last sold on May 5, 2021 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,557 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT built?

260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT compare to other homes in Montgomery Center 05471?

Among the 459 homes in Montgomery Center 05471, it is worth more than 90% of them ($514,235 against a typical $300,616), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($201 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,557 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (6 ac against a typical 4.7 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (1976 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 86% 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 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 260 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT was $6,031. The county assessed it at $314,600.

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