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$335,384$218 / 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 95How 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

281 HILL ST

BARRE, VT 05641
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,536 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$335K
$318K low$352K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,449 (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.$204,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$204,090

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.
6
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.Colonial
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
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.Metal
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.No

Transaction History(3)

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 · 1.6 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

281 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Barre 05641
  • Older than 88% 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 58% 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$335,384
CheaperTypical $311,142Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$218
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 281 Hill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarre 05641Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,38458% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21848% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²55% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac65% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than189912% of homes14% of homes

About 281 Hill St

How much is 281 Hill St, Barre, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Hill St, Barre, VT is $335,384 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $318,444 to $352,324. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Hill St, Barre, VT last sell?

281 Hill St, Barre, VT last sold on Apr 5, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Hill St, Barre, VT?

281 Hill St, Barre, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 281 Hill St, Barre, VT built?

281 Hill St, Barre, VT was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Hill St, Barre, VT?

281 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 281 Hill St, Barre, VT compare to other homes in Barre 05641?

Among the 6,339 homes in Barre 05641, it is worth more than 58% of them ($335,384 against a typical $311,142), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($218 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1899 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 41% 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 Hill St, Barre, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Hill St, Barre, VT was $2,449. The county assessed it at $204,090.

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