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$329,691$280 / 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 88How 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 $225,000 on Jun 1, 2021

281 WEST ST

BRATTLEBORO, VT 05301
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$330K
$291K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jun 1, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,501 (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.$184,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,900

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.Ranch
CountyWINDHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05301These 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.103
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 100.57

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
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.17,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.117 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,380
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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 West 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 more per square foot than 84% of homes in Brattleboro 05301
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Windham County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Brattleboro 05301

What homes are worth in Brattleboro 05301

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

This home
$132K$766K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Brattleboro 05301.

How it measures up in Brattleboro 05301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brattleboro 05301.

Estimated value$329,691
CheaperTypical $323,295Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,519 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 281 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrattleboro 05301Windham County
Estimated valuepricier than$329,69152% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28084% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²29% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac49% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than198472% of homes66% of homes

About 281 West St

How much is 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT is $329,691 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $290,859 to $368,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT last sell?

281 West St, Brattleboro, VT last sold on Jun 1, 2021 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT?

281 West St, Brattleboro, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT built?

281 West St, Brattleboro, VT was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT compare to other homes in Brattleboro 05301?

Among the 5,717 homes in Brattleboro 05301, it is worth more than 52% of them ($329,691 against a typical $323,295), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($280 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,519 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1984 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Windham 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 West St, Brattleboro, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 West St, Brattleboro, VT was $3,501. The county assessed it at $184,900.

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