Commercial (General)Commercial
Last sold for $249,900 on Nov 3, 2021
261 RIVER ST
SPRINGFIELD, VT 05156
1.5
Baths
6,310 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.
2.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$249,900 · Nov 3, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,539 (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.$466,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$381,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$466,700
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.47
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
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.
9
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.67 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.0.2 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.Commercial (General)
CountyWINDSOR
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.40
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.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
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.
MEH
Riverside Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
Elm Hill School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 mi
Springfield High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
District: Springfield School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 05156These 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.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.9,541
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,191
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,161
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
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
261 River 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.
- Among the largest homes in Springfield 05156
- Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Springfield 05156
- Older than 67% of homes in Windsor County
How it measures up in Springfield 05156
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 05156.
Living area6,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,426 ft²Bigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Lot size2.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.85 acBigger
Bigger than 69% of homes nearby
Year built1960
OlderTypical 1952Newer
Newer than 60% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Springfield 05156 | Windsor County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 6,310 ft² | almost all homes | almost all homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2.4 ac | 69% of homes | 53% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1960 | 60% of homes | 33% of homes |
About 261 River St
When did 261 River St, Springfield, VT last sell?
261 River St, Springfield, VT last sold on Nov 3, 2021 for $249,900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 261 River St, Springfield, VT?
261 River St, Springfield, VT has 1.5 bathrooms, 6,310 square feet of living space and a 2.40-acre lot.
When was 261 River St, Springfield, VT built?
261 River St, Springfield, VT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 261 River St, Springfield, VT?
261 River St, Springfield, VT is assigned to Riverside Middle School (middle), rated D; Elm Hill School (elementary); Springfield High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Springfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 261 River St, Springfield, VT compare to other homes in Springfield 05156?
Among the 3,428 homes in Springfield 05156, it is bigger than almost all of them (6,310 ft² against a typical 1,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (2.4 ac against a typical 0.85 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1960 against a typical 1952). 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 River St, Springfield, VT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 261 River St, Springfield, VT was $7,539. The county assessed it at $466,700.
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