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$453,233$291 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $175,000 on May 18, 2016

487 HAPPY VALLEY RD

MIDDLEBURY, VT 05753
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,560 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.
32.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$453K
$398K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · May 18, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,833 (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.$355,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$169,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$355,400

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.40
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
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.
12
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Ranch
CountyADDISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.32.37
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.Deck

Transaction History(7)

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
Mary Hogan Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Middlebury Union High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Middlebury Union Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Addison Central Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05753These 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.78
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 100.85

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,090
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,979
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

487 Happy Valley 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Addison County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Middlebury 05753

What homes are worth in Middlebury 05753

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

This home
$198K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Middlebury 05753.

How it measures up in Middlebury 05753

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Middlebury 05753.

Estimated value$453,233
CheaperTypical $456,853Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$291
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,626 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size32.37 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 487 Happy Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMiddlebury 05753Addison County
Estimated valuepricier than$453,23349% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29161% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²47% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than32.37 ac95% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197248% of homes42% of homes

About 487 Happy Valley Rd

How much is 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT is $453,233 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $398,201 to $508,265. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT last sell?

487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT last sold on May 18, 2016 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT?

487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 32.37-acre lot.

When was 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT built?

487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT?

487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT is assigned to Mary Hogan Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Middlebury Union High School (high), rated A+; Middlebury Union Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Addison Central Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT compare to other homes in Middlebury 05753?

Among the 3,041 homes in Middlebury 05753, it is worth more than 49% of them ($453,233 against a typical $456,853), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($291 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,626 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (32.37 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1972 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Addison County, it is worth more than 60% 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 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 487 Happy Valley Rd, Middlebury, VT was $5,833. The county assessed it at $355,400.

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