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Last sold for $280,000 on Nov 13, 2014

8 1/2 1ST AVE

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
8
Beds
4
Baths
3,888 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Nov 13, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,046 (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.$528,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$127,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$400,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$528,400

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.30
1
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.
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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Steam
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
Union Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.1 mi
M
Main Street Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Montpelier High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05602These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.12,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,420
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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

8 1/2 1st Ave 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.

  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Washington County

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montpelier 05602.

Living area3,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 8 1/2 1st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Living areabigger than3,888 ft²97% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac35% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than187010% of homes8% of homes

About 8 1/2 1st Ave

When did 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT last sell?

8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT last sold on Nov 13, 2014 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT?

8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT has 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,888 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT built?

8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT?

8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Union Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Main Street Middle School (middle), rated A; Montpelier High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,572 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is bigger than 97% of them (3,888 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1870 against a typical 1962). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 1/2 1st Ave, Montpelier, VT was $7,046. The county assessed it at $528,400.

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