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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $385,000 on Aug 26, 2025

42 MESSENGER ST

SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,136 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.
1900
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Aug 26, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,796 (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.$387,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,400

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyFRANKLIN
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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(2)

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.

E
St. Albans City Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Bellows Free AcademyD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Maple Run Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05478These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.14,695
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.255 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,501
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%

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How this home compares

42 Messenger 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.

  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Franklin County

How it measures up in Saint Albans 05478

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Albans 05478.

Living area2,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 42 Messenger St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Albans 05478Franklin County
Living areabigger than2,136 ft²80% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac17% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes20% of homes

About 42 Messenger St

When did 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT last sell?

42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT last sold on Aug 26, 2025 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,136 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT built?

42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT is assigned to St. Albans City Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bellows Free Academy (high), rated D+. All sit in Maple Run Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT compare to other homes in Saint Albans 05478?

Among the 5,689 homes in Saint Albans 05478, it is bigger than 80% of them (2,136 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1900 against a typical 1971). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Messenger St, Saint Albans, VT was $4,796. The county assessed it at $387,800.

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