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$960,794$313 / 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 84How 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 $180,000 on Jun 20, 2006

542 ROUTE 2

SOUTH HERO, VT 05486
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,074 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.
4.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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

$961K
$810K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jun 20, 2006
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.$960,794
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$768,635

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,870 (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.$589,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$155,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$434,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$589,300

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.37
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyGRAND ISLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.70
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Folsom Education and Community CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Colchester High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.4 mi

District: Colchester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05486These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.543
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

542 Route 2 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 91% of homes in Grand Isle County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Grand Isle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in South Hero 05486
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Grand Isle County

What homes are worth in South Hero 05486

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

This home
$244K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in South Hero 05486.

How it measures up in South Hero 05486

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hero 05486.

Estimated value$960,794
CheaperTypical $569,107Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$313
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area3,074 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size4.7 ac
SmallerTypical 1.42 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 542 Route 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hero 05486Grand Isle County
Estimated valuepricier than$960,79483% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31353% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than3,074 ft²90% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.7 ac74% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than200788% of homes91% of homes

About 542 Route 2

How much is 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT is $960,794 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $809,612 to $1,111,976. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sell?

542 Route 2, South Hero, VT last sold on Jun 20, 2006 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

542 Route 2, South Hero, VT has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,074 square feet of living space and a 4.70-acre lot.

When was 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT built?

542 Route 2, South Hero, VT was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

542 Route 2, South Hero, VT is assigned to Folsom Education and Community Center (elementary), rated A; Colchester High School (high), rated A. All sit in Colchester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT compare to other homes in South Hero 05486?

Among the 996 homes in South Hero 05486, it is worth more than 83% of them ($960,794 against a typical $569,107), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($313 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,074 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (4.7 ac against a typical 1.42 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2007 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Grand Isle County, it is worth more than 91% 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 Route 2, South Hero, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Route 2, South Hero, VT was $12,870. The county assessed it at $589,300.

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