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$394,021$308 / 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 90How 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

5 GAINES CT

ESSEX JUNCTION, VT 05452
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,280 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$394K
$353K low$435K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,187 (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.$186,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,800

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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, Detached
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

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

E
Summit Street SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.3 mi
H
Essex High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Albert D. Lawton Intermediate SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Essex Westford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05452These 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.73
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 100.96

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.22,139
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,730
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

5 Gaines Ct 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 77% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Essex Junction 05452
  • Older than 96% of homes in Essex Junction 05452

What homes are worth in Essex Junction 05452

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

This home
$211K$856K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Essex Junction 05452.

How it measures up in Essex Junction 05452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex Junction 05452.

Estimated value$394,021
CheaperTypical $471,699Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$308
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,619 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 5 Gaines Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex Junction 05452Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$394,02126% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30864% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²29% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac5% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than19004% of homes8% of homes

About 5 Gaines Ct

How much is 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT is $394,021 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $353,185 to $434,857. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT last sell?

5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT?

5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT built?

5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home.

What schools serve 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT?

5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT is assigned to Summit Street School (elementary), rated B+; Essex High School (high), rated A+; Albert D. Lawton Intermediate School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Essex Westford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT compare to other homes in Essex Junction 05452?

Among the 7,427 homes in Essex Junction 05452, it is worth more than 26% of them ($394,021 against a typical $471,699), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($308 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,619 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1900 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 23% 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 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Gaines Ct, Essex Junction, VT was $4,187. The county assessed it at $186,800.

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