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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $159,500 on Mar 18, 2019

486 VT ROUTE 242

JAY, VT 05859
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,184 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.
3.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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.$159,500 · Mar 18, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,848 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$188,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,300

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.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.3.13
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

E
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.0 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 14.5 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05859These 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.121
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 100.70

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.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,219
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,754
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,729
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

486 Vt Route 242 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 85% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 75% of homes in North Troy 05859

How it measures up in North Troy 05859

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Troy 05859.

Living area2,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size3.13 ac
SmallerTypical 2.7 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 486 Vt Route 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Troy 05859Orleans County
Living areabigger than2,184 ft²81% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.13 ac52% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than196925% of homes38% of homes

About 486 Vt Route 242

When did 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sell?

486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sold on Mar 18, 2019 for $159,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,184 square feet of living space and a 3.13-acre lot.

When was 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT built?

486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT compare to other homes in North Troy 05859?

Among the 1,352 homes in North Troy 05859, it is bigger than 81% of them (2,184 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (3.13 ac against a typical 2.7 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1969 against a typical 1988). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 486 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was $3,848. The county assessed it at $188,800.

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