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$250,985$204 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $55,000 on May 9, 1997

40 SHORT BLUFF RD

NEWPORT, VT 05855
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,232 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$251K
$229K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · May 9, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,729 (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.$97,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,400

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.38
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Ranch
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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

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 SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Newport City Elementary SchoolD
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

40 Short Bluff 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 68% of homes in Orleans County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Orleans County

What homes are worth in Newport 05855

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

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$106K$830K

This home is worth more than 33% 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$250,985
CheaperTypical $298,224Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.81 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 40 Short Bluff Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 05855Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,98533% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20440% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²34% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac11% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than194734% of homes27% of homes

About 40 Short Bluff Rd

How much is 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT is $250,985 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $228,508 to $273,462. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT last sell?

40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT last sold on May 9, 1997 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT?

40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT built?

40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT?

40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT is assigned to North Country Union High School (high), rated D-; Newport City Elementary School (elementary), rated D; 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 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT compare to other homes in Newport 05855?

Among the 2,978 homes in Newport 05855, it is worth more than 33% of them ($250,985 against a typical $298,224), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($204 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.81 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1947 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 32% 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 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Short Bluff Rd, Newport, VT was $1,729. The county assessed it at $97,400.

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