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$275,506$109 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $227,000 on Oct 11, 2022

42 PROSPECT ST

NEWPORT, VT 05855
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,537 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$276K
$245K low$306K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,000 · Oct 11, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$275,506
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$220,405

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,702 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$124,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$105,800

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.29
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.
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.

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.Conventional
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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

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.

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 SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Newport City Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42 Prospect 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Orleans County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Newport 05855

What homes are worth in Newport 05855

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

This home
$86K$829K

This home is worth more than 47% 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$275,506
CheaperTypical $283,632Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,537 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 42 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 05855Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,50647% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1096% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,537 ft²89% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac7% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18806% of homes8% of homes

About 42 Prospect St

How much is 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT is $275,506 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $245,229 to $305,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT last sell?

42 Prospect St, Newport, VT last sold on Oct 11, 2022 for $227,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT?

42 Prospect St, Newport, VT has 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,537 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT built?

42 Prospect St, Newport, VT was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT?

42 Prospect St, Newport, VT is assigned to North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; Newport City Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT compare to other homes in Newport 05855?

Among the 2,978 homes in Newport 05855, it is worth more than 47% of them ($275,506 against a typical $283,632), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($109 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,537 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1880 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 43% 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 Prospect St, Newport, VT?

The 2022 property tax bill for 42 Prospect St, Newport, VT was $3,702. The county assessed it at $124,100.

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