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$477,599$209 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Jun 23, 2022

3955 LOWER NEWTON RD

SWANTON, VT 05488
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,284 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.
13.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
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

$478K
$436K low$519K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Jun 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,177 (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.$279,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$112,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$276,700

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
79
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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.94
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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
Bellows Free AcademyD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
St. Albans Town Educational CenterC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.4 mi

District: Maple Run Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05488These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.86%
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.15%
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.7,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.100 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,899
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

3955 Lower Newton Rd 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 80% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Swanton 05488

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

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$169K$805K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Swanton 05488.

How it measures up in Swanton 05488

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swanton 05488.

Estimated value$477,599
CheaperTypical $340,724Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area2,284 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size13.94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.85 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 3955 Lower Newton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwanton 05488Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$477,59980% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20932% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than2,284 ft²88% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.94 ac96% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than198962% of homes65% of homes

About 3955 Lower Newton Rd

How much is 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT is $477,599 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $435,786 to $519,412. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT last sell?

3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT last sold on Jun 23, 2022 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT?

3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,284 square feet of living space and a 13.94-acre lot.

When was 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT built?

3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT?

3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT is assigned to Bellows Free Academy (high), rated D+; St. Albans Town Educational Center (elementary), rated C. All sit in Maple Run Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT compare to other homes in Swanton 05488?

Among the 3,109 homes in Swanton 05488, it is worth more than 80% of them ($477,599 against a typical $340,724), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($209 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,284 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (13.94 ac against a typical 0.85 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1989 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 76% 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 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3955 Lower Newton Rd, Swanton, VT was $5,177. The county assessed it at $279,800.

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