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$414,726$138 / 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 93How 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 $185,000 on Mar 17, 2014

638 VT ROUTE 78

SHELDON, VT 05483
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,998 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$415K
$385K low$445K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Mar 17, 2014
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.$414,726
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$331,781

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,344 (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.$268,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$268,000

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.
4
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.
89
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.11 in

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.Cape Cod
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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

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 05483These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,197
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,497
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,427
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

638 Vt Route 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.

  • Worth more than 77% of homes in Sheldon 05483
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Franklin County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Sheldon 05483
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Sheldon 05483

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

This home
$142K$617K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Sheldon 05483.

How it measures up in Sheldon 05483

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheldon 05483.

Estimated value$414,726
CheaperTypical $331,851Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,998 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,489 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 638 Vt Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldon 05483Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$414,72677% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13812% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,998 ft²97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac40% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than199770% of homes75% of homes

About 638 Vt Route 78

How much is 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT is $414,726 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $384,833 to $444,620. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT last sell?

638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT last sold on Mar 17, 2014 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT?

638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,998 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT built?

638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a cape cod home.

How does 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT compare to other homes in Sheldon 05483?

Among the 659 homes in Sheldon 05483, it is worth more than 77% of them ($414,726 against a typical $331,851), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($138 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 97% of them (2,998 ft² against a typical 1,489 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1997 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 63% 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 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 638 Vt Route 78, Sheldon, VT was $6,344. The county assessed it at $268,000.

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