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$471,377$598 / 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 78How 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 $45,000 on Aug 21, 2000

492 OLD 5A RD

ORLEANS, VT 05860
3
Beds
1
Baths
788 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1907
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$471K
$367K low$576K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,000 · Aug 21, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,486 (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.$297,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$253,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,800

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.41
64
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.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.128 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Rustic
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

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

H
Lake Region Union High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.4 mi

District: Lake Region Union High School District 24

Neighborhood · ZIP 05860These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,296
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,753
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,562
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

492 Old 5a 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Orleans 05860
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Orleans County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Orleans County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Orleans County

What homes are worth in Orleans 05860

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

This home
$92K$835K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Orleans 05860.

How it measures up in Orleans 05860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orleans 05860.

Estimated value$471,377
CheaperTypical $259,534Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$598
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area788 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,377 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 2.3 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1907
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 492 Old 5a Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrleans 05860Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$471,37787% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59897% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than788 ft²12% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac18% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than190726% of homes18% of homes

About 492 Old 5a Rd

How much is 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT is $471,377 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $367,209 to $575,545. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT last sell?

492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT last sold on Aug 21, 2000 for $45,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT?

492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 788 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT built?

492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT was built in 1907, making it 119 years old. It is a rustic home.

What schools serve 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT?

492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT is assigned to Lake Region Union High School (high), rated B. All sit in Lake Region Union High School District 24. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT compare to other homes in Orleans 05860?

Among the 1,412 homes in Orleans 05860, it is worth more than 87% of them ($471,377 against a typical $259,534), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($598 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 12% of them (788 ft² against a typical 1,377 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 2.3 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1907 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 79% 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 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 492 Old 5a Rd, Orleans, VT was $5,486. The county assessed it at $297,800.

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