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$240,071
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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $87,500 on Jan 9, 1996

280 RIVER RD

FAIRFAX, VT 05454
0
Baths
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$240K
$192K low$288K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,500 · Jan 9, 1996
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$240,071
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$192,057

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,345 (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.$164,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,500

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.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.1.50
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Bellows Free Academy Elementary School at FairfaxB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.3 mi
M
Bellows Free Academy Middle / High School at FairfaxB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Fairfax School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05454These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,828
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,676
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

280 River 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 less than 98% of homes in Fairfax 05454
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Fairfax 05454

What homes are worth in Fairfax 05454

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

This home
$238K$833K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Fairfax 05454.

How it measures up in Fairfax 05454

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairfax 05454.

Estimated value$240,071
CheaperTypical $480,869Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

How 280 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfax 05454Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,0712% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac31% of homes55% of homes

About 280 River Rd

How much is 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT is $240,071 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $192,407 to $287,735. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT last sell?

280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT last sold on Jan 9, 1996 for $87,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT?

280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT is assigned to Bellows Free Academy Elementary School at Fairfax (elementary), rated B; Bellows Free Academy Middle / High School at Fairfax (middle), rated B-. All sit in Fairfax School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT compare to other homes in Fairfax 05454?

Among the 1,988 homes in Fairfax 05454, it is worth more than 2% of them ($240,071 against a typical $480,869) and its lot is bigger than 31% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 2.4 ac). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 16% 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 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 280 River Rd, Fairfax, VT was $2,345. The county assessed it at $164,500.

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