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$460,791$229 / 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 96How 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 $242,000 on Oct 29, 2018

81 PROSPECT ST

MONTPELIER, VT 05602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,010 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.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1877
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

$461K
$443K low$479K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$242,000 · Oct 29, 2018
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.$460,791
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$368,633

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,997 (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.$317,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$104,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$212,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$317,000

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.44
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.110 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

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 School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Main Street Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 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%

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

81 Prospect 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 83% of homes in Montpelier 05602
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Montpelier 05602

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

This home
$193K$882K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Montpelier 05602.

How it measures up in Montpelier 05602

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

Estimated value$460,791
CheaperTypical $428,183Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,010 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1877
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 81 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontpelier 05602Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,79158% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22917% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,010 ft²72% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac52% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than187711% of homes8% of homes

About 81 Prospect St

How much is 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT is $460,791 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $442,736 to $478,846. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT last sell?

81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT last sold on Oct 29, 2018 for $242,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT?

81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,010 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT built?

81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT was built in 1877, making it 149 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT?

81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT is assigned to Union Elementary School (elementary); 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 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT compare to other homes in Montpelier 05602?

Among the 4,569 homes in Montpelier 05602, it is worth more than 58% of them ($460,791 against a typical $428,183), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($229 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,010 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1877 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 63% 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 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Prospect St, Montpelier, VT was $3,997. The county assessed it at $317,000.

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