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$622,747
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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,900,000 on Apr 1, 2024

849 MOUNT BESS RD

WEST CHARLESTON, VT 05872
0
Baths
791.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$623K
$565K low$681K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,900,000 · Apr 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,854 (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.$1,230,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$839,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$390,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,230,400

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.29
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.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.

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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.791.79
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
Charleston Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi
H
North Country Union High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.1 mi

District: Charleston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05872These 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.100
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 100.70

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,011
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

849 Mount Bess 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 92% of homes in Orleans County
  • Among the largest lots in West Charleston 05872

What homes are worth in West Charleston 05872

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

This home
$115K$1M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in West Charleston 05872.

How it measures up in West Charleston 05872

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Charleston 05872.

Estimated value$622,747
CheaperTypical $340,483Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size791.79 ac
SmallerTypical 7.74 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

How 849 Mount Bess Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Charleston 05872Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$622,74788% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than791.79 acalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 849 Mount Bess Rd

How much is 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT is $622,747 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $564,505 to $680,989. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT last sell?

849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT last sold on Apr 1, 2024 for $2,900,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT?

849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT is assigned to Charleston Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; North Country Union High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Charleston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT compare to other homes in West Charleston 05872?

Among the 607 homes in West Charleston 05872, it is worth more than 88% of them ($622,747 against a typical $340,483) and its lot is bigger than almost all of them (791.79 ac against a typical 7.74 ac). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 92% 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 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 849 Mount Bess Rd, West Charleston, VT was $20,854. The county assessed it at $1,230,400.

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