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$331,144
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 92How 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 $260,000 on May 13, 2021

491 MAIN ST

ORWELL, VT 05760
0
Baths
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$331K
$306K low$356K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · May 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,228 (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.$346,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$346,400

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.
22
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.
78
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
CountyADDISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Orwell Village SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Fair Haven Union High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.8 mi

District: Slate Valley Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05760These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
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.1,077
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,863
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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 Main 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 71% of homes in Addison County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Orwell 05760

What homes are worth in Orwell 05760

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

This home
$149K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Orwell 05760.

How it measures up in Orwell 05760

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orwell 05760.

Estimated value$331,144
CheaperTypical $387,417Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

How 491 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrwell 05760Addison County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,14437% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac31% of homes52% of homes

About 491 Main St

How much is 491 Main St, Orwell, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Main St, Orwell, VT is $331,144 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $306,109 to $356,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Main St, Orwell, VT last sell?

491 Main St, Orwell, VT last sold on May 13, 2021 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 491 Main St, Orwell, VT?

491 Main St, Orwell, VT is assigned to Orwell Village School (elementary), rated A; Fair Haven Union High School (high), rated D. All sit in Slate Valley Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Main St, Orwell, VT compare to other homes in Orwell 05760?

Among the 515 homes in Orwell 05760, it is worth more than 37% of them ($331,144 against a typical $387,417) and its lot is bigger than 31% of them (3 ac against a typical 10 ac). Measured against all of Addison County, it is worth more than 29% 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 Main St, Orwell, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Main St, Orwell, VT was $3,228. The county assessed it at $346,400.

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