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$2,329,781$192 / 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 82How 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 $50,000 on Nov 4, 2025

8839 VT RTE 12

BETHEL, VT 05032
4
Beds
2
Baths
12,111 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.
285 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1790
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

$2.3M
$1.9M low$2.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Nov 4, 2025
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.$2,329,781
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,863,825

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$40,246 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,266,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,227,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,038,500

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.49
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
CountyWINDSOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.285.00
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck

Transaction History(2)

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
Barnard Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi
M
Woodstock Union Middle / High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.5 mi

District: Windsor Central Unified Union School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05032These 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.92
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 100.68

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
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.2,746
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,083
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,649
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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.Absentee owner
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

8839 Vt Rte 12 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Bethel 05032
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Windsor County
  • Among the largest homes in Bethel 05032
  • Among the largest lots in Bethel 05032
  • Among the oldest homes in Bethel 05032

What homes are worth in Bethel 05032

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

This home
$94K$1.4M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Bethel 05032.

How it measures up in Bethel 05032

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethel 05032.

Estimated value$2,329,781
CheaperTypical $352,595Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area12,111 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size285 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1790
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8839 Vt Rte 12 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethel 05032Windsor County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,329,781almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19234% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than12,111 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than285 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1790almost no homesalmost no homes

About 8839 Vt Rte 12

How much is 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT is $2,329,781 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,900,696 to $2,758,866. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT last sell?

8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT last sold on Nov 4, 2025 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT?

8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 12,111 square feet of living space and a 285.00-acre lot.

When was 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT built?

8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT was built in 1790, making it 236 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT?

8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT is assigned to Barnard Academy (elementary); Woodstock Union Middle / High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Windsor Central Unified Union School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT compare to other homes in Bethel 05032?

Among the 1,192 homes in Bethel 05032, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,329,781 against a typical $352,595), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($192 against a typical $225), it is bigger than almost all of them (12,111 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (285 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1790 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Windsor County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8839 Vt Rte 12, Bethel, VT was $40,246. The county assessed it at $2,266,100.

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