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$359,310$393 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on May 11, 2016

42 PALMER PL

MANCHESTER CENTER, VT 05255
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
914 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.
0.54 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.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$359K
$338K low$381K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · May 11, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,474 (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.$424,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$321,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$257,700

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.33
1
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.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.Traditional/Old
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.DeckElevator

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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05255These 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.111
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 100.60

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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,340
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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 Palmer Pl 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 81% of homes in Manchester Center 05255
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Bennington County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Manchester Center 05255
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Manchester Center 05255
  • Older than 90% of homes in Manchester Center 05255

What homes are worth in Manchester Center 05255

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

This home
$194K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Manchester Center 05255.

How it measures up in Manchester Center 05255

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manchester Center 05255.

Estimated value$359,310
CheaperTypical $532,069Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$393
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area914 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,876 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 42 Palmer Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManchester Center 05255Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$359,31019% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39385% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than914 ft²8% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac23% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than190010% of homes16% of homes

About 42 Palmer Pl

How much is 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT is $359,310 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $337,532 to $381,088. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT last sell?

42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT last sold on May 11, 2016 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT?

42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 914 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT built?

42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

How does 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT compare to other homes in Manchester Center 05255?

Among the 1,690 homes in Manchester Center 05255, it is worth more than 19% of them ($359,310 against a typical $532,069), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($393 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 8% of them (914 ft² against a typical 1,876 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1900 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 52% 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 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Palmer Pl, Manchester Center, VT was $5,474. The county assessed it at $424,700.

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