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$156,429$240 / 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 74How 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

398 LIGHTENING RIDGE RD

PLAINFIELD, VT 05667
3
Beds
1
Baths
653 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$156K
$116K low$197K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,421 (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.$72,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,300

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.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

Neighborhood · ZIP 05667These 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.102
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 100.76

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.2,611
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,310
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,064
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

398 Lightening Ridge 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 less than 95% of homes in Plainfield 05667
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Plainfield 05667
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Plainfield 05667
  • Older than 80% of homes in Plainfield 05667

What homes are worth in Plainfield 05667

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

This home
$125K$790K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Plainfield 05667.

How it measures up in Plainfield 05667

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 05667.

Estimated value$156,429
CheaperTypical $366,473Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area653 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 6.1 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 398 Lightening Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 05667Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,4295% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24044% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than653 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac24% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than193020% of homes26% of homes

About 398 Lightening Ridge Rd

How much is 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT is $156,429 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $115,747 to $197,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT last sell?

398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT?

398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 653 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT built?

398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a rustic home.

How does 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT compare to other homes in Plainfield 05667?

Among the 895 homes in Plainfield 05667, it is worth more than 5% of them ($156,429 against a typical $366,473), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($240 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 3% of them (653 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1 ac against a typical 6.1 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1930 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 6% 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 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 398 Lightening Ridge Rd, Plainfield, VT was $1,421. The county assessed it at $72,300.

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