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Last sold for $29,900 on Sep 7, 2015

848 BALANCE ROCK RD

WESTFIELD, VT 05874
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,254 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.
49.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
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.$29,900 · Sep 7, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,990 (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.$260,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$260,300

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.30
1
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.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.49.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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(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
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.2 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.7 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 17.0 mi

District: North Country Union Junior High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05874These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.44%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.665
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,629
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,742
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.38°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

848 Balance Rock 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Orleans County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Orleans County

How it measures up in Westfield 05874

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westfield 05874.

Living area1,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,410 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size49.5 ac
SmallerTypical 10.1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 848 Balance Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestfield 05874Orleans County
Living areabigger than1,254 ft²41% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than49.5 ac86% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than199872% of homes77% of homes

About 848 Balance Rock Rd

When did 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT last sell?

848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT last sold on Sep 7, 2015 for $29,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT?

848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,254 square feet of living space and a 49.50-acre lot.

When was 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT built?

848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT?

848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT is assigned to Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (elementary), rated B; North Country Union High School (high), rated D-; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in North Country Union Junior High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT compare to other homes in Westfield 05874?

Among the 399 homes in Westfield 05874, it is bigger than 41% of them (1,254 ft² against a typical 1,410 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (49.5 ac against a typical 10.1 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1998 against a typical 1980). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 848 Balance Rock Rd, Westfield, VT was $4,990. The county assessed it at $260,300.

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