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$497,905$428 / 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 92How 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

266 BEARS DEN RD

WELLS RIVER, VT 05081
2
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,162 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.
55.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$498K
$460K low$536K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,866 (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.$265,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$101,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,100

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.37
46
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.
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.20 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.Rustic
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.55.30
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
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(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 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 91% of homes in Wells River 05081
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Wells River 05081
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Wells River 05081
  • Among the newest 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
$83K$639K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$497,905
CheaperTypical $275,975Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$428
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,162 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size55.3 ac
SmallerTypical 5.6 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 266 Bears Den Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWells River 05081Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$497,90591% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$428almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,162 ft²47% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than55.3 ac90% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than2020almost all homesalmost all 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 $497,905 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $460,194 to $535,616. 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 Jan 1, 1900, 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 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,162 square feet of living space and a 55.30-acre lot.

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

266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a rustic home.

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 91% of them ($497,905 against a typical $275,975), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($428 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,162 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (55.3 ac against a typical 5.6 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2020 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Orange 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 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 266 Bears Den Rd, Wells River, VT was $4,866. The county assessed it at $265,100.

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