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$597,333$416 / 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 95How 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 $270,000 on Sep 24, 2009

56 HOWARD ST

BURLINGTON, VT 05401
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,437 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1883
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$597K
$567K low$628K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Sep 24, 2009
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.$341,333
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$273,066
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.44%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$256,000
MORTGAGE FINANCIAL SVCS INC · recorded Sep 28, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,634 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$357,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$143,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$357,200

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.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyChittenden
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Elevator

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
Edmunds Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Edmunds Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05401These 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.134
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 100.100

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

56 Howard 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 more than 69% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Burlington 05401
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Burlington 05401

What homes are worth in Burlington 05401

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

This home
$221K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Burlington 05401.

How it measures up in Burlington 05401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05401.

Estimated value$597,333
CheaperTypical $551,138Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$416
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,437 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1883
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 56 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 05401Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$597,33358% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41672% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,437 ft²35% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²16% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18833% of homes3% of homes

About 56 Howard St

How much is 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT is $597,333 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $567,001 to $627,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT last sell?

56 Howard St, Burlington, VT last sold on Sep 24, 2009 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT?

56 Howard St, Burlington, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,437 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT built?

56 Howard St, Burlington, VT was built in 1883, making it 143 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT?

56 Howard St, Burlington, VT is assigned to Edmunds Middle School (middle), rated B; Edmunds Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Burlington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05401?

Among the 6,101 homes in Burlington 05401, it is worth more than 58% of them ($597,333 against a typical $551,138), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($416 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,437 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1883 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 69% 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 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 56 Howard St, Burlington, VT was $8,634. The county assessed it at $357,200.

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