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$301,836$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 88How 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

553 RIDGE RD

BROOKFIELD, VT 05036
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,339 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$302K
$266K low$337K 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.$301,836
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$241,469

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,541 (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.$225,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,200

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
47
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.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

Neighborhood · ZIP 05036These 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.124
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 100.79

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.81%
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.8.9%
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.1,051
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,426
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

553 Ridge 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Brookfield 05036
  • Older than 77% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Brookfield 05036

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

This home
$89K$880K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Brookfield 05036.

How it measures up in Brookfield 05036

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brookfield 05036.

Estimated value$301,836
CheaperTypical $350,565Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,339 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 10.1 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 553 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrookfield 05036Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$301,83637% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22552% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,339 ft²39% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac20% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than191425% of homes23% of homes

About 553 Ridge Rd

How much is 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT is $301,836 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $266,253 to $337,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT last sell?

553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT?

553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,339 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT built?

553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT compare to other homes in Brookfield 05036?

Among the 570 homes in Brookfield 05036, it is worth more than 37% of them ($301,836 against a typical $350,565), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($225 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,339 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 10.1 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1914 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 48% 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 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 Ridge Rd, Brookfield, VT was $3,541. The county assessed it at $225,200.

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