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$216,021$136 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $115,000 on Aug 3, 2020

298 UNION ST

NEWPORT, VT 05855
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,584 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
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

$216K
$202K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Aug 3, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,807 (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.$101,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,800

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.
7
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.

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.Conventional
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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
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.

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

H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Newport City Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Newport City 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%

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How this home compares

298 Union 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 75% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 98% 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.

This home
$101K$757K

This home is worth more than 25% 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$216,021
CheaperTypical $288,688Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,436 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 298 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 05855Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$216,02125% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13613% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²60% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac20% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than18602% of homes4% of homes

About 298 Union St

How much is 298 Union St, Newport, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 298 Union St, Newport, VT is $216,021 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $201,660 to $230,382. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 298 Union St, Newport, VT last sell?

298 Union St, Newport, VT last sold on Aug 3, 2020 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 298 Union St, Newport, VT?

298 Union St, Newport, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 298 Union St, Newport, VT built?

298 Union St, Newport, VT was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 298 Union St, Newport, VT?

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

How does 298 Union St, Newport, VT compare to other homes in Newport 05855?

Among the 2,978 homes in Newport 05855, it is worth more than 25% of them ($216,021 against a typical $288,688), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($136 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,436 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1860 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 25% 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 298 Union St, Newport, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 298 Union St, Newport, VT was $1,807. The county assessed it at $101,800.

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