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$135,951$99 / 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 56How 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 $35,000 on Dec 3, 2013

8 RIVERSIDE DR

CHELSEA, VT 05038
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,374 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.
0.65 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$136K
$76K low$196K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 3, 2013
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.$135,951
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$108,761

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,129 (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.$75,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,300

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.45
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
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
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(3)

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.

M
First Branch Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
First Branch Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.3 mi

District: First Branch Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05038These 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.151
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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,446
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,429
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,552
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

8 Riverside Dr 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 94% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Chelsea 05038

What homes are worth in Chelsea 05038

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

This home
$76K$689K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Chelsea 05038.

How it measures up in Chelsea 05038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chelsea 05038.

Estimated value$135,951
CheaperTypical $240,294Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,374 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,455 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 8 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChelsea 05038Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,95116% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9914% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,374 ft²46% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac14% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than197047% of homes40% of homes

About 8 Riverside Dr

How much is 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT is $135,951 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $75,687 to $196,215. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT last sell?

8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT last sold on Dec 3, 2013 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT?

8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,374 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT built?

8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT?

8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT is assigned to First Branch Middle School (middle), rated B-; First Branch Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in First Branch Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT compare to other homes in Chelsea 05038?

Among the 664 homes in Chelsea 05038, it is worth more than 16% of them ($135,951 against a typical $240,294), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($99 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,374 ft² against a typical 1,455 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 10 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1970 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 6% 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 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8 Riverside Dr, Chelsea, VT was $2,129. The county assessed it at $75,700.

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