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$712,205
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 86How 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

540 RIVER RD

WELLS, VT 05774
0
Baths
104 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$712K
$613K low$812K high
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.$712,205
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$569,764

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,232 (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.$785,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$304,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$481,130

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.55
99
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.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.197 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
CountyRUTLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.104.00
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
Mettawee Community SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.3 mi

District: Mettawee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05774These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.64%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.50 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,638
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

540 River 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 95% of homes in Wells 05774
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Rutland County

What homes are worth in Wells 05774

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

This home
$107K$867K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Wells 05774.

How it measures up in Wells 05774

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wells 05774.

Estimated value$712,205
CheaperTypical $310,084Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size104 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

How 540 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWells 05774Rutland County
Estimated valuepricier than$712,20595% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than104 ac97% of homes98% of homes

About 540 River Rd

How much is 540 River Rd, Wells, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 River Rd, Wells, VT is $712,205 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $612,506 to $811,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 River Rd, Wells, VT last sell?

540 River Rd, Wells, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 540 River Rd, Wells, VT?

540 River Rd, Wells, VT is assigned to Mettawee Community School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Mettawee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 River Rd, Wells, VT compare to other homes in Wells 05774?

Among the 925 homes in Wells 05774, it is worth more than 95% of them ($712,205 against a typical $310,084) and its lot is bigger than 97% of them (104 ac against a typical 0.99 ac). Measured against all of Rutland County, it is worth more than 93% 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 540 River Rd, Wells, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 540 River Rd, Wells, VT was $20,232. The county assessed it at $785,700.

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