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$244,570$60 / 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 59How 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 $61,500 on Nov 27, 2006

281 GALE ST

CANAAN, VT 05903
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,081 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$245K
$143K low$346K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$61,500 · Nov 27, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,915 (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.$351,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$335,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,900

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.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(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
Canaan SchoolsC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Canaan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05903These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.58%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,049
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,197
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,789
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

281 Gale 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 less per square foot than 96% of homes in Canaan 05903
  • Among the largest homes in Canaan 05903
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Canaan 05903

What homes are worth in Canaan 05903

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

This home
$75K$626K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Canaan 05903.

How it measures up in Canaan 05903

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canaan 05903.

Estimated value$244,570
CheaperTypical $211,186Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area4,081 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 281 Gale St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanaan 05903Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$244,57062% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$604% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than4,081 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac33% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than191017% of homes20% of homes

About 281 Gale St

How much is 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT is $244,570 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $143,139 to $346,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT last sell?

281 Gale St, Canaan, VT last sold on Nov 27, 2006 for $61,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT?

281 Gale St, Canaan, VT has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,081 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT built?

281 Gale St, Canaan, VT was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT?

281 Gale St, Canaan, VT is assigned to Canaan Schools (elementary), rated C. All sit in Canaan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT compare to other homes in Canaan 05903?

Among the 578 homes in Canaan 05903, it is worth more than 62% of them ($244,570 against a typical $211,186), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($60 against a typical $171), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,081 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1910 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 51% 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 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Gale St, Canaan, VT was $5,915. The county assessed it at $351,900.

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