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$500,618$400 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $216,400 on May 23, 2003

28 CORTLAND AVE

SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT 05403
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,251 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$501K
$467K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$216,400 · May 23, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,119 (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.$325,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$325,800

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.
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.Cape Cod
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(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
Orchard SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
South Burlington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: South Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05403These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.19,965
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,192 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,551
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,891
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

28 Cortland 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in South Burlington 05403
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 90% of homes in South Burlington 05403

What homes are worth in South Burlington 05403

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

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$260K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in South Burlington 05403.

How it measures up in South Burlington 05403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Burlington 05403.

Estimated value$500,618
CheaperTypical $485,757Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$400
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,251 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 28 Cortland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Burlington 05403Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,61852% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40086% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,251 ft²33% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac25% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than195510% of homes21% of homes

About 28 Cortland Ave

How much is 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT is $500,618 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $467,411 to $533,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT last sell?

28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT last sold on May 23, 2003 for $216,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT?

28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,251 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT built?

28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT?

28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT is assigned to Orchard School (elementary), rated A; South Burlington High School (high), rated A+; Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in South Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT compare to other homes in South Burlington 05403?

Among the 7,244 homes in South Burlington 05403, it is worth more than 52% of them ($500,618 against a typical $485,757), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($400 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,251 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1955 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 48% 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 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28 Cortland Ave, South Burlington, VT was $5,119. The county assessed it at $325,800.

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