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$226,873$225 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

542 N MAIN ST

BETHEL, VT 05032
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$227K
$210K low$243K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,241 (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.$199,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,500

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
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.
3
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
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
White River Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Bethel Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
White River Valley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: White River Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05032These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
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.2,746
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.$73,083
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,649
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

542 N Main 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Windsor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Windsor County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Windsor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Bethel 05032

What homes are worth in Bethel 05032

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

This home
$103K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Bethel 05032.

How it measures up in Bethel 05032

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethel 05032.

Estimated value$226,873
CheaperTypical $373,769Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 542 N Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethel 05032Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$226,87317% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22543% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²20% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac6% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than197248% of homes46% of homes

About 542 N Main St

How much is 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT is $226,873 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $210,352 to $243,394. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT last sell?

542 N Main St, Bethel, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT?

542 N Main St, Bethel, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT built?

542 N Main St, Bethel, VT was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT?

542 N Main St, Bethel, VT is assigned to White River Valley Middle School (middle), rated C; Bethel Elementary School (elementary), rated A; White River Valley High School (high), rated C+. All sit in White River Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT compare to other homes in Bethel 05032?

Among the 1,194 homes in Bethel 05032, it is worth more than 17% of them ($226,873 against a typical $373,769), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($225 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1972 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 13% 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 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 N Main St, Bethel, VT was $2,241. The county assessed it at $199,000.

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