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$859,749$268 / 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 87How 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

493 ROUTE 2

SOUTH HERO, VT 05486
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,208 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.
4.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$860K
$746K low$973K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,179 (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.$511,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$404,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$511,900

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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
CountyGRAND ISLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.97
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.

E
Folsom Education and Community CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Colchester High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.9 mi

District: Colchester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05486These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.543
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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 Route 2 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 89% of homes in Grand Isle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Grand Isle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Grand Isle County

What homes are worth in South Hero 05486

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

This home
$235K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in South Hero 05486.

How it measures up in South Hero 05486

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hero 05486.

Estimated value$859,749
CheaperTypical $560,294Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area3,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size4.97 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 493 Route 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hero 05486Grand Isle County
Estimated valuepricier than$859,74979% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26833% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than3,208 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.97 ac75% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than200687% of homes89% of homes

About 493 Route 2

How much is 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT is $859,749 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $746,308 to $973,190. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sell?

493 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sold on Apr 11, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

493 Route 2, South Hero, VT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,208 square feet of living space and a 4.97-acre lot.

When was 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT built?

493 Route 2, South Hero, VT was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

493 Route 2, South Hero, VT is assigned to Folsom Education and Community Center (elementary), rated A; Colchester High School (high), rated A. All sit in Colchester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT compare to other homes in South Hero 05486?

Among the 996 homes in South Hero 05486, it is worth more than 79% of them ($859,749 against a typical $560,294), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($268 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,208 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (4.97 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2006 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Grand Isle County, it is worth more than 89% 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 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 Route 2, South Hero, VT was $11,179. The county assessed it at $511,900.

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