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$336,575$339 / 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 72How 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 $315,000 on Jun 6, 2025

278 LAKE ST

SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478
2
Beds
2
Baths
994 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$337K
$243K low$430K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Jun 6, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,353 (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.$190,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$136,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$108,800

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
St. Albans City Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Bellows Free AcademyC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Maple Run Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05478These 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.95
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 100.114

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,695
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.255 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,501
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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 Lake 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Saint Albans 05478
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Saint Albans 05478
  • Among the smallest lots in Franklin County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Saint Albans 05478

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

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$167K$790K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Saint Albans 05478.

How it measures up in Saint Albans 05478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Albans 05478.

Estimated value$336,575
CheaperTypical $362,338Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$339
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area994 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 278 Lake St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Albans 05478Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$336,57542% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33995% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than994 ft²15% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes20% of homes

About 278 Lake St

How much is 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT is $336,575 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $242,934 to $430,216. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT last sell?

278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT last sold on Jun 6, 2025 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT?

278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 994 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT built?

278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT?

278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT is assigned to St. Albans City Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Bellows Free Academy (high), rated C+. All sit in Maple Run Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT compare to other homes in Saint Albans 05478?

Among the 5,689 homes in Saint Albans 05478, it is worth more than 42% of them ($336,575 against a typical $362,338), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($339 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 15% of them (994 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1900 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 44% 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 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Lake St, Saint Albans, VT was $2,353. The county assessed it at $190,300.

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