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$130,861$210 / 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 92How 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

551 VT ROUTE 7A

SHAFTSBURY, VT 05262
2
Beds
1
Baths
624 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$131K
$121K low$141K 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.$130,861
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$104,689

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,572 (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.$115,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,500

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.34
1
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.
57
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.
10
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
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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.

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

M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05262These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.23%
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.2,585
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,159
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

551 Vt Route 7a 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 98% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Older than 76% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262

What homes are worth in Shaftsbury 05262

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

This home
$122K$949K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262.

How it measures up in Shaftsbury 05262

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shaftsbury 05262.

Estimated value$130,861
CheaperTypical $321,137Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 551 Vt Route 7a ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShaftsbury 05262Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$130,8612% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21061% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than624 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac2% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than194024% of homes27% of homes

About 551 Vt Route 7a

How much is 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT is $130,861 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $120,930 to $140,792. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT last sell?

551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 624 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT built?

551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+; Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT compare to other homes in Shaftsbury 05262?

Among the 1,049 homes in Shaftsbury 05262, it is worth more than 2% of them ($130,861 against a typical $321,137), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($210 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 2% of them (624 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1940 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 3% 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 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT was $1,572. The county assessed it at $115,500.

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