Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
291 S PROSPECT ST
BURLINGTON, VT 05401
5
Beds
5
Baths
2,567 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,789 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$736,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$213,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$522,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$736,000
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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyChittenden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
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.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
Edmunds Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
Edmunds Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
District: Burlington School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 05401These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.30,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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.Yes
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
291 S Prospect 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.
- Bigger than 87% of homes in Chittenden County
- Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Burlington 05401
- Older than 82% of homes in Chittenden County
How it measures up in Burlington 05401
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05401.
Living area2,567 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 81% of homes nearby
Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger
Bigger than 90% of homes nearby
Year built1950
OlderTypical 1926Newer
Newer than 65% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Hill Section | Burlington 05401 | Chittenden County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,567 ft² | 60% of homes | 81% of homes | 87% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.39 ac | 68% of homes | 90% of homes | 45% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1950 | 61% of homes | 65% of homes | 18% of homes |
About 291 S Prospect St
How big is 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT?
291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,567 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.
When was 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT built?
291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT?
291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT is assigned to Edmunds Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Edmunds Middle School (middle), rated B; Burlington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05401?
Among the 6,102 homes in Burlington 05401, it is bigger than 81% of them (2,567 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1950 against a typical 1926). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT?
The 2024 property tax bill for 291 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT was $17,789. The county assessed it at $736,000.
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