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$371,541$175 / 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 90How 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

281 S MAIN ST

SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,128 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1878
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$372K
$336K low$407K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,944 (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.$317,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$243,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$204,200

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.36
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.28
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

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

H
Bellows Free AcademyC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
St. Albans City Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.7 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

281 S Main 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 86% of homes in Saint Albans 05478
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 90% 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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$172K$842K

This home is worth more than 51% 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$371,541
CheaperTypical $368,895Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1878
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 281 S Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Albans 05478Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$371,54151% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17514% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,128 ft²80% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac30% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than187811% of homes10% of homes

About 281 S Main St

How much is 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT is $371,541 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $336,057 to $407,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT last sell?

281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT?

281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,128 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT built?

281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT was built in 1878, making it 148 years old.

What schools serve 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT?

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

How does 281 S Main 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 51% of them ($371,541 against a typical $368,895), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($175 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,128 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1878 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 54% 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 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 S Main St, Saint Albans, VT was $3,944. The county assessed it at $317,200.

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