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$1,024,384$377 / 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 90How 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 $525,000 on Jul 14, 2021

278 ELLIS FARM RD

SOUTH ROYALTON, VT 05068
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,716 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.
33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1M
$924K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Jul 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,970 (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.$777,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$259,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$517,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$769,800

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.31
1
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.Cape Cod
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.33.00
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Elevator

Transaction History(3)

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
Barnard Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.3 mi
M
Woodstock Union Middle / High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.6 mi

District: Windsor Central Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05068These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.82%
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.8.4%
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.3,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,219
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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 Ellis Farm 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 97% of homes in South Royalton 05068
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in South Royalton 05068
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in South Royalton 05068
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Windsor County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in South Royalton 05068

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

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$145K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in South Royalton 05068.

How it measures up in South Royalton 05068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Royalton 05068.

Estimated value$1,024,384
CheaperTypical $391,547Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$377
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size33 ac
SmallerTypical 4.54 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 278 Ellis Farm Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Royalton 05068Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,024,38497% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37791% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,716 ft²90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than33 ac85% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than185013% of homes7% of homes

About 278 Ellis Farm Rd

How much is 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT is $1,024,384 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $924,493 to $1,124,275. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT last sell?

278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT last sold on Jul 14, 2021 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT?

278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,716 square feet of living space and a 33.00-acre lot.

When was 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT built?

278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT?

278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT is assigned to Barnard Academy (elementary); Woodstock Union Middle / High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Windsor Central Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT compare to other homes in South Royalton 05068?

Among the 1,257 homes in South Royalton 05068, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,024,384 against a typical $391,547), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($377 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,716 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (33 ac against a typical 4.54 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1850 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Windsor 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 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Ellis Farm Rd, South Royalton, VT was $11,970. The county assessed it at $777,300.

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