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$145,780
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 80How 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

489 RIX RD

SOUTH ROYALTON, VT 05068
1
Beds
1
Baths
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$146K
$117K low$175K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$722 (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.$50,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,300

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.47
90
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.
52
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.
3
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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
White River Valley High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Royalton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
White River Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi

District: White River Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05068These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.3,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,219
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

489 Rix 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in South Royalton 05068
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in South Royalton 05068
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in South Royalton 05068

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

This home
$151K$1.3M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in South Royalton 05068.

How it measures up in South Royalton 05068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Royalton 05068.

Estimated value$145,780
CheaperTypical $396,241Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 4.3 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 489 Rix Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Royalton 05068Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,780almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac9% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than200082% of homes86% of homes

About 489 Rix Rd

How much is 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT is $145,780 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $116,820 to $174,740. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT last sell?

489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT?

489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT built?

489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT?

489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT is assigned to White River Valley High School (high), rated B+; Royalton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; White River Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in White River Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT compare to other homes in South Royalton 05068?

Among the 1,257 homes in South Royalton 05068, it is worth more than almost none of them ($145,780 against a typical $396,241), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 4.3 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2000 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 3% 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 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 489 Rix Rd, South Royalton, VT was $722. The county assessed it at $50,300.

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