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$377,639$204 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Nov 13, 2025

491 FARRAR RD

CHESTER, VT 05143
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,852 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.
1.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$378K
$343K low$412K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Nov 13, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,888 (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.$261,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,900

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.32
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.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.79
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(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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05143These 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.104
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 100.63

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.4,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Farrar 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 less per square foot than 76% of homes in Windsor County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Chester 05143
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in Chester 05143

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

This home
$113K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Chester 05143.

How it measures up in Chester 05143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 05143.

Estimated value$377,639
CheaperTypical $341,887Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1.79 ac
SmallerTypical 3.9 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 491 Farrar Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 05143Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$377,63958% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20429% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,852 ft²65% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.79 ac30% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than199074% of homes76% of homes

About 491 Farrar Rd

How much is 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT is $377,639 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $343,093 to $412,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT last sell?

491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT last sold on Nov 13, 2025 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT?

491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,852 square feet of living space and a 1.79-acre lot.

When was 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT built?

491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a cape cod home.

How does 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT compare to other homes in Chester 05143?

Among the 2,476 homes in Chester 05143, it is worth more than 58% of them ($377,639 against a typical $341,887), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($204 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,852 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (1.79 ac against a typical 3.9 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1990 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 42% 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 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Farrar Rd, Chester, VT was $4,888. The county assessed it at $261,900.

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