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$522,748$265 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $200,000 on Aug 20, 2007

296 JOHNS RIVER DR

NEWPORT, VT 05855
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,974 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.
2.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$523K
$481K low$565K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Aug 20, 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.$348,748
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$278,998
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.41%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$174,000
NORTHEAST HOME LOAN · recorded Sep 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,363 (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.$226,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,000

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.41
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.33
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
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(4)

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.

E
Derby Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.1 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Derby School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05855These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.85%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,907
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.119 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,850
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,352
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

296 Johns River Dr 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 89% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Orleans County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Newport 05855

What homes are worth in Newport 05855

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

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$91K$796K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Newport 05855.

How it measures up in Newport 05855

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 05855.

Estimated value$522,748
CheaperTypical $283,632Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$265
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,974 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,434 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size2.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 296 Johns River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 05855Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$522,74889% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26575% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,974 ft²77% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.33 ac71% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than198668% of homes59% of homes

About 296 Johns River Dr

How much is 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT is $522,748 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $480,705 to $564,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT last sell?

296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT last sold on Aug 20, 2007 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT?

296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,974 square feet of living space and a 2.33-acre lot.

When was 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT built?

296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT?

296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT is assigned to Derby Elementary School (elementary), rated B; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Derby School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT compare to other homes in Newport 05855?

Among the 2,978 homes in Newport 05855, it is worth more than 89% of them ($522,748 against a typical $283,632), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($265 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,974 ft² against a typical 1,434 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (2.33 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1986 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 87% 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 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Johns River Dr, Newport, VT was $3,363. The county assessed it at $226,000.

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