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$420,677$150 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $40,000 on Jun 25, 2003

278 HILL ST

BARRE, VT 05641
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,800 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$421K
$390K low$452K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Jun 25, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,455 (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.$287,920 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$249,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$287,920

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.29
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.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.Victorian
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
Spaulding High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Barre Town Middle & Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Barre Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05641These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.92%
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.12%
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.17,552
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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 Hill 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.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Barre 05641
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Washington County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Barre 05641
  • Older than 94% of homes in Barre 05641

What homes are worth in Barre 05641

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

This home
$114K$706K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Barre 05641.

How it measures up in Barre 05641

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barre 05641.

Estimated value$420,677
CheaperTypical $311,142Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 278 Hill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarre 05641Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$420,67780% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15011% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,800 ft²94% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac58% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than18906% of homes12% of homes

About 278 Hill St

How much is 278 Hill St, Barre, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Hill St, Barre, VT is $420,677 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $389,843 to $451,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Hill St, Barre, VT last sell?

278 Hill St, Barre, VT last sold on Jun 25, 2003 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Hill St, Barre, VT?

278 Hill St, Barre, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,800 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 278 Hill St, Barre, VT built?

278 Hill St, Barre, VT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Hill St, Barre, VT?

278 Hill St, Barre, VT is assigned to Spaulding High School (high), rated C-; Barre Town Middle & Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Barre Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Hill St, Barre, VT compare to other homes in Barre 05641?

Among the 6,339 homes in Barre 05641, it is worth more than 80% of them ($420,677 against a typical $311,142), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($150 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,800 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1890 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 59% 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 Hill St, Barre, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Hill St, Barre, VT was $3,455. The county assessed it at $287,920.

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