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$546,181$419 / 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 $547,500 on Aug 14, 2024

278 COLCHESTER AVE

BURLINGTON, VT 05405
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,302 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$546K
$488K low$604K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$547,500 · Aug 14, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,748 (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.$442,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$222,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$219,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$442,100

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.Traditional/Old
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.Slate
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(1)

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
Edmunds Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Edmunds Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05405These 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.24
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100

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.95%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,032
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,659
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,627
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

278 Colchester Ave 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 less than 66% of homes in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Chittenden County

What homes are worth in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care

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

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$294K$649K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care.

How it measures up in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care.

Estimated value$546,181
CheaperTypical $583,975Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$419
CheaperTypical $373Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 278 Colchester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUVM / Fletcher Allen Health CareChittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$546,18134% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41979% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,302 ft²23% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²6% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than189927% of homes6% of homes

About 278 Colchester Ave

How much is 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT is $546,181 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $487,868 to $604,494. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT last sell?

278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT last sold on Aug 14, 2024 for $547,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT?

278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,302 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT built?

278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT?

278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT is assigned to Edmunds Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Edmunds Middle School (middle), rated B-; Burlington High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care?

Among the 261 homes in UVM / Fletcher Allen Health Care, it is worth more than 34% of them ($546,181 against a typical $583,975), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($419 against a typical $373), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,302 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1899 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 58% 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 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT was $6,748. The county assessed it at $442,100.

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