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$588,192$215 / 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 89How 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 $18,150 on Feb 2, 2024

266 BEARS DEN RD

WELLS RIVER, VT 05081
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,741 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.
27.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$588K
$523K low$654K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,150 · Feb 2, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,947 (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.$288,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$221,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,500

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.28
1
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.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.Rustic
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.27.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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(4)

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 05081These 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.162
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 100.83

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,458
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

266 Bears Den 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 96% of homes in Wells River 05081
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Wells River 05081
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Wells River 05081

What homes are worth in Wells River 05081

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

This home
$69K$621K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Wells River 05081.

How it measures up in Wells River 05081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wells River 05081.

Estimated value$588,192
CheaperTypical $292,662Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,741 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size27.1 ac
SmallerTypical 5.7 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 266 Bears Den Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWells River 05081Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$588,19296% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21555% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than2,741 ft²96% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than27.1 ac81% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than201194% of homes94% of homes

About 266 Bears Den Rd

How much is 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT is $588,192 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $522,697 to $653,687. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT last sell?

266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT last sold on Feb 2, 2024 for $18,150, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT?

266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,741 square feet of living space and a 27.10-acre lot.

When was 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT built?

266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

How does 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT compare to other homes in Wells River 05081?

Among the 303 homes in Wells River 05081, it is worth more than 96% of them ($588,192 against a typical $292,662), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($215 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,741 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (27.1 ac against a typical 5.7 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2011 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 92% 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 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT was $4,947. The county assessed it at $288,500.

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