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$276,840$91 / 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 84How 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 $275,000 on Aug 27, 2026

397 RIVER ST

CHESTER, VT 05143
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,052 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$277K
$232K low$322K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Aug 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,819 (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.$258,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,800

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.51
84
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.91 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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(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 05143These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

397 River 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 78% of homes in Windsor County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Chester 05143
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Older than 88% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in Chester 05143

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

This home
$112K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Chester 05143.

How it measures up in Chester 05143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 05143.

Estimated value$276,840
CheaperTypical $352,737Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 3.9 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 397 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 05143Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,84029% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,052 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac36% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than189017% of homes12% of homes

About 397 River St

How much is 397 River St, Chester, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 397 River St, Chester, VT is $276,840 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,172 to $321,508. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 397 River St, Chester, VT last sell?

397 River St, Chester, VT last sold on Aug 27, 2026 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 397 River St, Chester, VT?

397 River St, Chester, VT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,052 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 397 River St, Chester, VT built?

397 River St, Chester, VT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

How does 397 River St, Chester, VT compare to other homes in Chester 05143?

Among the 2,476 homes in Chester 05143, it is worth more than 29% of them ($276,840 against a typical $352,737), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($91 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,052 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (2 ac against a typical 3.9 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1890 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 22% 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 397 River St, Chester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 397 River St, Chester, VT was $4,819. The county assessed it at $258,800.

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