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$417,044$269 / 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 64How 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

862 ROUTE 30

DORSET, VT 05251
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,552 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$417K
$269K low$565K high
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.$417,044
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$333,635

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,313 (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.$575,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$166,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$408,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,690

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.35
13
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rustic
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Galvanized
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05251These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.69%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.1,887
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.34 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,011
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,839
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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.Yes

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

862 Route 30 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 less than 84% of homes in Dorset 05251
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Dorset 05251
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Dorset 05251
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Dorset 05251
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Dorset 05251

What homes are worth in Dorset 05251

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

This home
$222K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Dorset 05251.

How it measures up in Dorset 05251

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorset 05251.

Estimated value$417,044
CheaperTypical $742,277Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $664Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 3.25 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 862 Route 30 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorset 05251Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$417,04416% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2697% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,552 ft²75% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac24% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199383% of homes81% of homes

About 862 Route 30

How much is 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT is $417,044 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $268,735 to $565,353. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT last sell?

862 Route 30, Dorset, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT?

862 Route 30, Dorset, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,552 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT built?

862 Route 30, Dorset, VT was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a rustic home.

How does 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT compare to other homes in Dorset 05251?

Among the 963 homes in Dorset 05251, it is worth more than 16% of them ($417,044 against a typical $742,277), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($269 against a typical $664), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,552 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 3.25 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1993 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 61% 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 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 862 Route 30, Dorset, VT was $5,313. The county assessed it at $575,100.

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