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$299,025$169 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $119,500 on Jul 27, 1998

86 MERSON ST

BENNINGTON, VT 05201
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,769 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$299K
$271K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,500 · Jul 27, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,450 (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.$162,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$162,600

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
56
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.55 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Cape Cod
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05201These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.15,265
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.153 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

86 Merson 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.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Bennington 05201
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Bennington County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Bennington 05201
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Bennington County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Bennington County

What homes are worth in Bennington 05201

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

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This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Bennington 05201.

How it measures up in Bennington 05201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennington 05201.

Estimated value$299,025
CheaperTypical $244,757Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,769 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,398 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 86 Merson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennington 05201Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,02573% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16945% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,769 ft²70% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac43% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195546% of homes33% of homes

About 86 Merson St

How much is 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT is $299,025 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $270,575 to $327,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT last sell?

86 Merson St, Bennington, VT last sold on Jul 27, 1998 for $119,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT?

86 Merson St, Bennington, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,769 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT built?

86 Merson St, Bennington, VT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home.

What schools serve 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT?

86 Merson St, Bennington, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C; Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT compare to other homes in Bennington 05201?

Among the 5,020 homes in Bennington 05201, it is worth more than 73% of them ($299,025 against a typical $244,757), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($169 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,769 ft² against a typical 1,398 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1955 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 41% 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 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 86 Merson St, Bennington, VT was $2,450. The county assessed it at $162,600.

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