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$320,845$192 / 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 $248,000 on Aug 22, 2020

3948 VERMONT ROUTE 78

HIGHGATE CENTER, VT 05459
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,674 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.
7.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$321K
$295K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$248,000 · Aug 22, 2020
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.$320,845
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$256,676

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,052 (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.$217,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$217,700

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.31
1
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Cape Cod
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.90
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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 05459These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,701
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,470
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,389
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

3948 Vermont Route 78 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Franklin County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Highgate Center 05459
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Highgate Center 05459
  • Older than 72% of homes in Highgate Center 05459

What homes are worth in Highgate Center 05459

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

This home
$106K$631K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Highgate Center 05459.

How it measures up in Highgate Center 05459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highgate Center 05459.

Estimated value$320,845
CheaperTypical $325,018Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,674 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,410 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size7.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 3948 Vermont Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighgate Center 05459Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$320,84548% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19236% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,674 ft²70% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.9 ac82% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than194828% of homes28% of homes

About 3948 Vermont Route 78

How much is 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT is $320,845 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $294,916 to $346,774. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT last sell?

3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT last sold on Aug 22, 2020 for $248,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT?

3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,674 square feet of living space and a 7.90-acre lot.

When was 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT built?

3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

How does 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT compare to other homes in Highgate Center 05459?

Among the 837 homes in Highgate Center 05459, it is worth more than 48% of them ($320,845 against a typical $325,018), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($192 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,674 ft² against a typical 1,410 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (7.9 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1948 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 37% 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 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3948 Vermont Route 78, Highgate Center, VT was $3,052. The county assessed it at $217,700.

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