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$397,112$259 / 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 97How 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 $210,000 on Sep 8, 2015

538 RICE HILL RD

FRANKLIN, VT 05457
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,536 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.
1 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$397K
$385K low$409K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Sep 8, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,312 (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.$233,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,200

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.32
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
89
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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

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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05457These 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.140
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 100.109

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.1,398
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,063
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,871
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

538 Rice Hill Rd 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 80% of homes in Franklin 05457
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Franklin 05457
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Franklin 05457

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

This home
$102K$531K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Franklin 05457.

How it measures up in Franklin 05457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 05457.

Estimated value$397,112
CheaperTypical $278,755Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.27 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 538 Rice Hill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 05457Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,11280% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25980% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²59% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac46% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than200688% of homes89% of homes

About 538 Rice Hill Rd

How much is 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT is $397,112 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $385,337 to $408,887. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT last sell?

538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT last sold on Sep 8, 2015 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT?

538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT built?

538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

How does 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT compare to other homes in Franklin 05457?

Among the 908 homes in Franklin 05457, it is worth more than 80% of them ($397,112 against a typical $278,755), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($259 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.27 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2006 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 59% 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 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Rice Hill Rd, Franklin, VT was $3,312. The county assessed it at $233,700.

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