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$542,093$383 / 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 91How 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 $200,000 on Oct 24, 2012

686 WEST RD

BETHEL, VT 05032
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,414 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.
22.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$542K
$495K low$589K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Oct 24, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,321 (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.$424,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$245,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$424,800

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.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
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.
3
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.Conventional
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.22.30
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Barnard Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
M
Woodstock Union Middle / High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.9 mi

District: Windsor Central Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05032These 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.92
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 100.68

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,746
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,083
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,649
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

686 West Rd 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 80% of homes in Bethel 05032
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Bethel 05032
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Windsor County

What homes are worth in Bethel 05032

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

This home
$91K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Bethel 05032.

How it measures up in Bethel 05032

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethel 05032.

Estimated value$542,093
CheaperTypical $363,272Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$383
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,414 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size22.3 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 686 West Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethel 05032Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$542,09380% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38391% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,414 ft²41% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than22.3 ac82% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197045% of homes42% of homes

About 686 West Rd

How much is 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT is $542,093 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $495,371 to $588,815. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT last sell?

686 West Rd, Bethel, VT last sold on Oct 24, 2012 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT?

686 West Rd, Bethel, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,414 square feet of living space and a 22.30-acre lot.

When was 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT built?

686 West Rd, Bethel, VT was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT?

686 West Rd, Bethel, VT is assigned to Barnard Academy (elementary); Woodstock Union Middle / High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Windsor Central Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT compare to other homes in Bethel 05032?

Among the 1,193 homes in Bethel 05032, it is worth more than 80% of them ($542,093 against a typical $363,272), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($383 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,414 ft² against a typical 1,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (22.3 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1970 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than 67% 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 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 West Rd, Bethel, VT was $5,321. The county assessed it at $424,800.

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