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$460,974$374 / 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 88How 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 $265,000 on Nov 21, 2007

493 ELM ST

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,232 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$461K
$407K low$515K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · Nov 21, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,335 (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.$414,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$414,600

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.48
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.178 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Split Foyer
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

M
Main Street Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi
H
Montpelier High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05602These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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

493 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 more than 68% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

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$188K$875K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Estimated value$460,974
CheaperTypical $421,314Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$374
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 493 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,97460% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37484% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²34% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac55% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than197263% of homes49% of homes

About 493 Elm St

How much is 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT is $460,974 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $406,937 to $515,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT last sell?

493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT last sold on Nov 21, 2007 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT?

493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT built?

493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT?

493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Main Street Middle School (middle), rated A+; Union Elementary School (elementary); Montpelier High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,569 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 60% of them ($460,974 against a typical $421,314), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($374 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1972 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 68% 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 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 Elm St, Montpelier, VT was $5,335. The county assessed it at $414,600.

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