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$316,105$235 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $269,900 on Jul 6, 2020

527 VT ROUTE 242

JAY, VT 05859
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,347 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$316K
$287K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,900 · Jul 6, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$316,105
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$252,884

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,363 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$214,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,800

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.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Cape Cod
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

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
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.0 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 14.6 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05859These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
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.66%
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.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,219
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,754
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,729
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

527 Vt Route 242 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.

  • Older than 79% of homes in North Troy 05859

What homes are worth in North Troy 05859

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

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$72K$942K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in North Troy 05859.

How it measures up in North Troy 05859

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Troy 05859.

Estimated value$316,105
CheaperTypical $309,505Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.77 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 527 Vt Route 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Troy 05859Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,10552% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23560% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,347 ft²41% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac48% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196021% of homes32% of homes

About 527 Vt Route 242

How much is 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT is $316,105 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $287,276 to $344,934. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sell?

527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT last sold on Jul 6, 2020 for $269,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,347 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT built?

527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT compare to other homes in North Troy 05859?

Among the 1,352 homes in North Troy 05859, it is worth more than 52% of them ($316,105 against a typical $309,505), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($235 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,347 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 2.77 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1960 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 55% 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 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 527 Vt Route 242, Jay, VT was $4,363. The county assessed it at $214,100.

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