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$799,000$539 / 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 94How 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 $780,000 on May 5, 2026

261 HANDLE RD

WEST DOVER, VT 05356
6
Beds
2
Baths
1,482 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$799K
$750K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$780,000 · May 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,391 (2025)

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.43
36
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.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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.9 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.Split Level
CountyWINDHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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, Basement
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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05356These 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.169
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.23%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.1,278
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,118
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

261 Handle Rd 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 93% of homes in Windham County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in West Dover 05356
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Windham County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in West Dover 05356

What homes are worth in West Dover 05356

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

This home
$178K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in West Dover 05356.

How it measures up in West Dover 05356

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Dover 05356.

Estimated value$799,000
CheaperTypical $470,300Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$539
CheaperTypical $307Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,482 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,531 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 261 Handle Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Dover 05356Windham County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,00090% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53997% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,482 ft²44% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac39% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than198677% of homes70% of homes

About 261 Handle Rd

How much is 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT is $799,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $750,205 to $847,795. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT last sell?

261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT last sold on May 5, 2026 for $780,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT?

261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,482 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT built?

261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

How does 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT compare to other homes in West Dover 05356?

Among the 2,719 homes in West Dover 05356, it is worth more than 90% of them ($799,000 against a typical $470,300), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($539 against a typical $307), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,482 ft² against a typical 1,531 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1986 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Windham County, it is worth more than 93% 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 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Handle Rd, West Dover, VT was $8,391.

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