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$420,809$66 / 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

578 VT ROUTE 242

MONTGOMERY CENTER, VT 05471
2
Beds
2
Baths
6,342 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.
15.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$421K
$386K low$456K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,584 (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.$382,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$382,800

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.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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.

E
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.4 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 16.5 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 20.0 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05471These 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.166
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 100.89

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.18%
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.1,025
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,195
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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

578 Vt Route 242 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 78% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Orleans County
  • Among the largest homes in Montgomery Center 05471
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Orleans County
  • Among the newest homes in Montgomery Center 05471

What homes are worth in Montgomery Center 05471

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

This home
$96K$889K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Montgomery Center 05471.

How it measures up in Montgomery Center 05471

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery Center 05471.

Estimated value$420,809
CheaperTypical $300,616Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$66
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area6,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size15.3 ac
SmallerTypical 4.7 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 578 Vt Route 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery Center 05471Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$420,80978% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$664% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than6,342 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than15.3 ac75% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homes

About 578 Vt Route 242

How much is 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT is $420,809 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $385,723 to $455,895. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT last sell?

578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 6,342 square feet of living space and a 15.30-acre lot.

When was 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT built?

578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT compare to other homes in Montgomery Center 05471?

Among the 459 homes in Montgomery Center 05471, it is worth more than 78% of them ($420,809 against a typical $300,616), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($66 against a typical $215), it is bigger than almost all of them (6,342 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (15.3 ac against a typical 4.7 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 75% 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 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 578 Vt Route 242, Montgomery Center, VT was $7,584. The county assessed it at $382,800.

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