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$276,275$165 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $260,000 on Aug 21, 2024

78 MERCHANT ST

BARRE, VT 05641
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,672 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1907
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$276K
$246K low$306K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Aug 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,086 (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.$149,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$149,700

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.36
34
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.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Cape Cod
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Spaulding High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Barre City Elementary & Middle SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Barre Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05641These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.17,552
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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%

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How this home compares

78 Merchant 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 73% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Barre 05641

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

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$109K$699K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Barre 05641.

How it measures up in Barre 05641

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barre 05641.

Estimated value$276,275
CheaperTypical $309,926Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1907
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 78 Merchant St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarre 05641Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,27537% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16517% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,672 ft²63% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac15% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than190723% of homes20% of homes

About 78 Merchant St

How much is 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT is $276,275 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $246,433 to $306,117. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT last sell?

78 Merchant St, Barre, VT last sold on Aug 21, 2024 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

78 Merchant St, Barre, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,672 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT built?

78 Merchant St, Barre, VT was built in 1907, making it 119 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

78 Merchant St, Barre, VT is assigned to Spaulding High School (high), rated C-; Barre City Elementary & Middle School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Barre Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT compare to other homes in Barre 05641?

Among the 6,337 homes in Barre 05641, it is worth more than 37% of them ($276,275 against a typical $309,926), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($165 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,672 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1907 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 27% 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 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Merchant St, Barre, VT was $2,086. The county assessed it at $149,700.

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