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$249,123$153 / 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 92How 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 $220,000 on Nov 19, 2024

53 COTTAGE ST

HARDWICK, VT 05843
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,630 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
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

$249K
$230K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Nov 19, 2024
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.$249,123
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$199,298

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,571 (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.$206,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,200

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.47
87
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.
46
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.
11
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.121 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.Traditional/Old
CountyCALEDONIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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

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
Hazen Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Hazen Union High School District 26

Neighborhood · ZIP 05843These 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.139
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 100.75

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
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.2,593
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.67 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,124
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,988
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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%

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

53 Cottage 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Caledonia County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Caledonia County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Caledonia County

What homes are worth in Hardwick 05843

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

This home
$71K$634K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Hardwick 05843.

How it measures up in Hardwick 05843

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hardwick 05843.

Estimated value$249,123
CheaperTypical $253,598Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,630 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,411 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 53 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHardwick 05843Caledonia County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,12349% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15336% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,630 ft²62% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac9% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than190428% of homes23% of homes

About 53 Cottage St

How much is 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT is $249,123 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $230,349 to $267,897. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT last sell?

53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT last sold on Nov 19, 2024 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT?

53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,630 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT built?

53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT?

53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT is assigned to Hazen Union High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Hazen Union High School District 26. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT compare to other homes in Hardwick 05843?

Among the 1,132 homes in Hardwick 05843, it is worth more than 49% of them ($249,123 against a typical $253,598), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($153 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,630 ft² against a typical 1,411 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1904 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Caledonia County, it is worth more than 37% 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 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Cottage St, Hardwick, VT was $2,571. The county assessed it at $206,300.

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