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$477,276$249 / 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 95How 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

79 FOREST ST

BURLINGTON, VT 05408
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,920 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$477K
$451K low$503K high
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.$477,276
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$381,821

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,378 (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.$388,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$279,700

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.30
1
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.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.40 in
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.Colonial
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.In-Ground Pool

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

E
J. J. Flynn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Lyman C. Hunt Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05408These 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.116
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 100.108

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,634
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,137 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,162
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,268
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

79 Forest 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Burlington 05408
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Burlington 05408
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Chittenden County

What homes are worth in Burlington 05408

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

This home
$275K$985K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Burlington 05408.

How it measures up in Burlington 05408

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05408.

Estimated value$477,276
CheaperTypical $452,201Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 79 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 05408Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$477,27657% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2499% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²81% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac49% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195428% of homes20% of homes

About 79 Forest St

How much is 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT is $477,276 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $451,120 to $503,432. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT last sell?

79 Forest St, Burlington, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT?

79 Forest St, Burlington, VT has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT built?

79 Forest St, Burlington, VT was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT?

79 Forest St, Burlington, VT is assigned to J. J. Flynn Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Lyman C. Hunt Middle School (middle), rated C+; Burlington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05408?

Among the 3,507 homes in Burlington 05408, it is worth more than 57% of them ($477,276 against a typical $452,201), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($249 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1954 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 46% 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 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 79 Forest St, Burlington, VT was $9,378. The county assessed it at $388,000.

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