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$436,667$239 / 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 86How 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

81 DOWNER FOREST RD

SOUTH STRAFFORD, VT 05070
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,824 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.
10.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$437K
$374K low$499K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,316 (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.$325,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$325,700

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.
7
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.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.10.01
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
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

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

E
Newton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Thetford Academy
High · Grades 7–12 · 6.6 mi

Neighborhood · ZIP 05070These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.84%
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.257
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,554
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

81 Downer Forest 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 78% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Orange County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in South Strafford 05070

What homes are worth in South Strafford 05070

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

This home
$181K$962K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in South Strafford 05070.

How it measures up in South Strafford 05070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Strafford 05070.

Estimated value$436,667
CheaperTypical $422,992Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size10.01 ac
SmallerTypical 5.69 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 81 Downer Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Strafford 05070Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$436,66752% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23947% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²52% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.01 ac62% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than199078% of homes70% of homes

About 81 Downer Forest Rd

How much is 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT is $436,667 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $373,891 to $499,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT last sell?

81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT?

81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,824 square feet of living space and a 10.01-acre lot.

When was 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT built?

81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT?

81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT is assigned to Newton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Thetford Academy (high). Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT compare to other homes in South Strafford 05070?

Among the 174 homes in South Strafford 05070, it is worth more than 52% of them ($436,667 against a typical $422,992), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($239 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,824 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (10.01 ac against a typical 5.69 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1990 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 78% 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 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Downer Forest Rd, South Strafford, VT was $5,316. The county assessed it at $325,700.

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