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$840,033
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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $164,788 on Aug 10, 2015

588 RTE 78

HIGHGATE, VT 05459
0
Baths
0.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$840K
$714K low$966K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,788 · Aug 10, 2015
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.$840,033
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$672,026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,781 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$437,700 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$355,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$437,700

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.32
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
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.
8
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Commercial (General)
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.88
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05459These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.1,701
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,470
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,389
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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.Yes

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

588 Rte 78 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Highgate Center 05459
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Highgate Center 05459

What homes are worth in Highgate Center 05459

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

This home
$144K$586K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Highgate Center 05459.

How it measures up in Highgate Center 05459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highgate Center 05459.

Estimated value$840,033
CheaperTypical $329,000Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.88 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

How 588 Rte 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighgate Center 05459Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$840,033almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.88 ac21% of homes38% of homes

About 588 Rte 78

How much is 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT is $840,033 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $714,028 to $966,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT last sell?

588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT last sold on Aug 10, 2015 for $164,788, according to the county's recorded deed.

How does 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT compare to other homes in Highgate Center 05459?

Among the 747 homes in Highgate Center 05459, it is worth more than almost all of them ($840,033 against a typical $329,000) and its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.88 ac against a typical 1.18 ac). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than almost all 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 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT?

The 2022 property tax bill for 588 Rte 78, Highgate, VT was $8,781. The county assessed it at $437,700.

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