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$132,913$114 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $77,300 on Sep 28, 2007

289 RIVER ST

CHESTER, VT 05143
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,168 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
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

$133K
$121K low$144K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$77,300 · Sep 28, 2007
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$132,913
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$106,330

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,254 (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.$67,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,200

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.50
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

Transaction History(1)

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 05143These 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.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.4,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

289 River 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 less than 98% of homes in Windsor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Windsor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Older than 75% of homes in Chester 05143

What homes are worth in Chester 05143

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

This home
$114K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Chester 05143.

How it measures up in Chester 05143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 05143.

Estimated value$132,913
CheaperTypical $334,733Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 3.94 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 289 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 05143Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$132,9134% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1143% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,168 ft²30% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac2% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than194325% of homes25% of homes

About 289 River St

How much is 289 River St, Chester, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 289 River St, Chester, VT is $132,913 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $121,369 to $144,457. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 289 River St, Chester, VT last sell?

289 River St, Chester, VT last sold on Sep 28, 2007 for $77,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 289 River St, Chester, VT?

289 River St, Chester, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,168 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 289 River St, Chester, VT built?

289 River St, Chester, VT was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 289 River St, Chester, VT compare to other homes in Chester 05143?

Among the 2,476 homes in Chester 05143, it is worth more than 4% of them ($132,913 against a typical $334,733), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($114 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,168 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 3.94 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1943 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Windsor 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 289 River St, Chester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 289 River St, Chester, VT was $1,254. The county assessed it at $67,200.

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