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$726,578$199 / 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 98How 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 $202,500 on Feb 22, 1996

48 FOREST RD

ESSEX JUNCTION, VT 05452
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,644 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$727K
$709K low$744K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$202,500 · Feb 22, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,297 (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.$360,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$273,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$360,700

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.35
29
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Cape Cod
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(1)

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
Essex High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Essex Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Essex Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.4 mi

District: Essex Westford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05452These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.22,139
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,730
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

48 Forest 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 more than 94% of homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Among the largest homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Essex Junction 05452

What homes are worth in Essex Junction 05452

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

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$212K$844K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Essex Junction 05452.

How it measures up in Essex Junction 05452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex Junction 05452.

Estimated value$726,578
CheaperTypical $464,792Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area3,644 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 48 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex Junction 05452Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$726,57894% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1993% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,644 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac69% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than197848% of homes48% of homes

About 48 Forest Rd

How much is 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT is $726,578 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $708,760 to $744,396. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT last sell?

48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT last sold on Feb 22, 1996 for $202,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,644 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT built?

48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a cape cod home.

What schools serve 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT is assigned to Essex High School (high), rated A+; Essex Middle School (middle), rated A; Essex Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Essex Westford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT compare to other homes in Essex Junction 05452?

Among the 7,427 homes in Essex Junction 05452, it is worth more than 94% of them ($726,578 against a typical $464,792), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($199 against a typical $285), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,644 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1978 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 82% 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 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Forest Rd, Essex Junction, VT was $7,297. The county assessed it at $360,700.

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