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$78,893$74 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $23,500 on Feb 15, 2019

285 RIVER RD

SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,061 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$79K
$63K low$95K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,500 · Feb 15, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,353 (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.$75,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,100

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.45
87
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.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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.Traditional/Old
CountyCALEDONIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.

H
St. Johnsbury Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
St. Johnsbury SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi

Neighborhood · ZIP 05819These 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.105
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 100.82

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,232
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,776
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

285 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Caledonia County
  • Among the oldest homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819

What homes are worth in Saint Johnsbury 05819

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

This home
$108K$713K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819.

How it measures up in Saint Johnsbury 05819

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Johnsbury 05819.

Estimated value$78,893
CheaperTypical $296,599Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,061 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,592 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 285 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Johnsbury 05819Caledonia County
Estimated valuepricier than$78,893almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$742% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,061 ft²17% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac5% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than1800almost no homesalmost no homes

About 285 River Rd

How much is 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT is $78,893 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $63,067 to $94,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT last sell?

285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT last sold on Feb 15, 2019 for $23,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,061 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT built?

285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT is assigned to St. Johnsbury Academy (high); St. Johnsbury School (elementary), rated D+. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT compare to other homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819?

Among the 3,143 homes in Saint Johnsbury 05819, it is worth more than almost none of them ($78,893 against a typical $296,599), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($74 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,061 ft² against a typical 1,592 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1800 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Caledonia County, it is worth more than 2% 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 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 River Rd, Saint Johnsbury, VT was $1,353. The county assessed it at $75,600.

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