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$478,753$298 / 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 92How 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

286 MAIN ST

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,608 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$479K
$442K low$515K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,513 (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.$357,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$357,900

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.30
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.Cape Cod
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Elevator

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

M
Main Street Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Union Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Montpelier High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05602These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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

286 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.

  • Worth more than 68% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

This home
$185K$858K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Estimated value$478,753
CheaperTypical $423,867Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$298
CheaperTypical $289Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,608 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,510 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 286 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$478,75363% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29855% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,608 ft²55% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac46% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than195545% of homes31% of homes

About 286 Main St

How much is 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT is $478,753 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $442,354 to $515,152. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT last sell?

286 Main St, Montpelier, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

286 Main St, Montpelier, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,608 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT built?

286 Main St, Montpelier, VT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

286 Main St, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Main Street Middle School (middle), rated A; Union Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Montpelier High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,573 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 63% of them ($478,753 against a typical $423,867), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($298 against a typical $289), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,608 ft² against a typical 1,510 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1955 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 68% 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 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 286 Main St, Montpelier, VT was $4,513. The county assessed it at $357,900.

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