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$163,191$96 / 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 92How 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 $300,000 on Jul 12, 2022

488 CENTER ST

POWNAL, VT 05261
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,708 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1840
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

$163K
$150K low$176K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Jul 12, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,662 (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.$153,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,100

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.34
1
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(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
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.8 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05261These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.1,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,095
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,698
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

488 Center 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.

  • Worth less than 92% of homes in Bennington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Bennington County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Pownal 05261
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Pownal 05261
  • Older than 97% of homes in Pownal 05261

What homes are worth in Pownal 05261

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

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$74K$597K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Pownal 05261.

How it measures up in Pownal 05261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pownal 05261.

Estimated value$163,191
CheaperTypical $212,977Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,708 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 2.45 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1840
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 488 Center St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePownal 05261Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,19126% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9614% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,708 ft²76% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac25% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than18403% of homes3% of homes

About 488 Center St

How much is 488 Center St, Pownal, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Center St, Pownal, VT is $163,191 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $150,368 to $176,014. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Center St, Pownal, VT last sell?

488 Center St, Pownal, VT last sold on Jul 12, 2022 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Center St, Pownal, VT?

488 Center St, Pownal, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,708 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 488 Center St, Pownal, VT built?

488 Center St, Pownal, VT was built in 1840, making it 186 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 488 Center St, Pownal, VT?

488 Center St, Pownal, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C; Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Center St, Pownal, VT compare to other homes in Pownal 05261?

Among the 1,217 homes in Pownal 05261, it is worth more than 26% of them ($163,191 against a typical $212,977), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($96 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,708 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (1 ac against a typical 2.45 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1840 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 8% 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 488 Center St, Pownal, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 Center St, Pownal, VT was $2,662. The county assessed it at $153,100.

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