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$73,890$116 / 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 71How 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

491 HILLSIDE RD

POWNAL, VT 05261
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
638 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$74K
$53K low$95K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,009 (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.$58,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,000

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.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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

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
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.7 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

491 Hillside 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 Bennington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Bennington County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Bennington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Pownal 05261
  • Older than 87% 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.

This home
$69K$625K

This home is worth more than 2% 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$73,890
CheaperTypical $224,569Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area638 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 2.45 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 491 Hillside Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePownal 05261Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$73,8902% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11622% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than638 ft²5% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac16% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than192713% of homes22% of homes

About 491 Hillside Rd

How much is 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT is $73,890 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $52,750 to $95,030. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT last sell?

491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT?

491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 638 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT built?

491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT?

491 Hillside Rd, 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 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT compare to other homes in Pownal 05261?

Among the 1,217 homes in Pownal 05261, it is worth more than 2% of them ($73,890 against a typical $224,569), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($116 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 5% of them (638 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 2.45 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1927 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Hillside Rd, Pownal, VT was $1,009. The county assessed it at $58,000.

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