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$356,784$184 / 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 75How 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

488 ROUTE 2

SOUTH HERO, VT 05486
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,936 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.
0.57 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.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$357K
$268K low$446K high
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.$356,784
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$285,427

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,816 (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.$224,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,300

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
73
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.

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.Triplex
CountyGRAND ISLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
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.

E
Folsom Education and Community CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Colchester High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.9 mi

District: Colchester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05486These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.543
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

488 Route 2 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 85% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Grand Isle County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Older than 94% of homes in Grand Isle County

What homes are worth in South Hero 05486

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

This home
$229K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in South Hero 05486.

How it measures up in South Hero 05486

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hero 05486.

Estimated value$356,784
CheaperTypical $564,284Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,704 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 1.41 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 488 Route 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hero 05486Grand Isle County
Estimated valuepricier than$356,78415% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1848% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²61% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac20% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than18808% of homes6% of homes

About 488 Route 2

How much is 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT is $356,784 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $267,631 to $445,937. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sell?

488 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

488 Route 2, South Hero, VT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT built?

488 Route 2, South Hero, VT was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a triplex home.

What schools serve 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

488 Route 2, South Hero, VT is assigned to Folsom Education and Community Center (elementary), rated A; Colchester High School (high), rated A. All sit in Colchester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT compare to other homes in South Hero 05486?

Among the 996 homes in South Hero 05486, it is worth more than 15% of them ($356,784 against a typical $564,284), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($184 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 1,704 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 1.41 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1880 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Grand Isle County, it is worth more than 37% 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 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 488 Route 2, South Hero, VT was $5,816. The county assessed it at $224,300.

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