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$466,953$242 / 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 93How 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 $352,000 on Feb 1, 2021

540 VT ROUTE 12

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,928 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$467K
$435K low$499K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$352,000 · Feb 1, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,022 (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.$274,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$274,600

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.33
20
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.
50
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.
13
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(3)

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 05602These 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.114
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 100.74

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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 Vt Route 12 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 78% of homes in Montpelier 05602
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Montpelier 05602

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

This home
$204K$898K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Estimated value$466,953
CheaperTypical $428,722Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $292Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,928 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 540 Vt Route 12 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$466,95359% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24222% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,928 ft²70% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac67% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than197162% of homes48% of homes

About 540 Vt Route 12

How much is 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT is $466,953 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $435,389 to $498,517. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT last sell?

540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT last sold on Feb 1, 2021 for $352,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT?

540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,928 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT built?

540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,569 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 59% of them ($466,953 against a typical $428,722), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($242 against a typical $292), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,928 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1971 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 64% 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 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Vt Route 12, Montpelier, VT was $5,022. The county assessed it at $274,600.

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