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$245,146$175 / 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 91How 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 $67,597 on Feb 20, 2004

491 ELM ST

FLORENCE, VT 05744
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,404 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$245K
$222K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,597 · Feb 20, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,574 (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.$142,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$142,600

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyRUTLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lothrop Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Otter Valley Union High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Otter Valley Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05744These 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.101
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 100.73

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.1,596
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,077
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,301
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

491 Elm 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 67% of homes in Rutland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Rutland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Florence 05744
  • Older than 65% of homes in Rutland County

What homes are worth in Florence 05744

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

This home
$122K$632K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Florence 05744.

How it measures up in Florence 05744

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Florence 05744.

Estimated value$245,146
CheaperTypical $281,900Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 2.8 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 491 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFlorence 05744Rutland County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,14635% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17542% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²49% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac12% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195237% of homes35% of homes

About 491 Elm St

How much is 491 Elm St, Florence, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Elm St, Florence, VT is $245,146 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $222,367 to $267,925. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Elm St, Florence, VT last sell?

491 Elm St, Florence, VT last sold on Feb 20, 2004 for $67,597, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Elm St, Florence, VT?

491 Elm St, Florence, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 491 Elm St, Florence, VT built?

491 Elm St, Florence, VT was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 491 Elm St, Florence, VT?

491 Elm St, Florence, VT is assigned to Lothrop Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Otter Valley Union High School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Otter Valley Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Elm St, Florence, VT compare to other homes in Florence 05744?

Among the 208 homes in Florence 05744, it is worth more than 35% of them ($245,146 against a typical $281,900), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($175 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 1,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 2.8 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1952 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Rutland County, it is worth more than 33% 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 491 Elm St, Florence, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Elm St, Florence, VT was $2,574. The county assessed it at $142,600.

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