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$198,055$111 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $55,000 on Sep 29, 2014

597 CENTER ST

POWNAL, VT 05261
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,792 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.
2.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$198K
$178K low$218K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Sep 29, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,167 (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.$155,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$155,400

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.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.2.59
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

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.

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

H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.0 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05261These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,095
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,698
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

597 Center 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 less than 85% of homes in Bennington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Bennington County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Pownal 05261
  • Among the oldest homes in Pownal 05261

What homes are worth in Pownal 05261

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

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$74K$597K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Pownal 05261.

How it measures up in Pownal 05261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pownal 05261.

Estimated value$198,055
CheaperTypical $212,977Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size2.59 ac
SmallerTypical 2.45 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 597 Center St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePownal 05261Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,05544% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11121% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²80% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.59 ac51% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than1800almost no homes2% of homes

About 597 Center St

How much is 597 Center St, Pownal, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 597 Center St, Pownal, VT is $198,055 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $178,128 to $217,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 597 Center St, Pownal, VT last sell?

597 Center St, Pownal, VT last sold on Sep 29, 2014 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 597 Center St, Pownal, VT?

597 Center St, Pownal, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 2.59-acre lot.

When was 597 Center St, Pownal, VT built?

597 Center St, Pownal, VT was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 597 Center St, Pownal, VT?

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

How does 597 Center St, Pownal, VT compare to other homes in Pownal 05261?

Among the 1,217 homes in Pownal 05261, it is worth more than 44% of them ($198,055 against a typical $212,977), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($111 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (2.59 ac against a typical 2.45 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1800 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 15% 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 597 Center St, Pownal, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 597 Center St, Pownal, VT was $2,167. The county assessed it at $155,400.

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