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$1,067,010$465 / 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 89How 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

96 DEFOREST HTS

BURLINGTON, VT 05401
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,296 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$951K low$1.2M 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.$1,021,502
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$817,202
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.4%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$45,508
NEW ENGLAND FCU · recorded Feb 28, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,529 (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.$642,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$270,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$371,900

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.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
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.Contemporary
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Champlain Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Edmunds Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Burlington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05401These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,373
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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.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

96 Deforest Hts 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 95% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Burlington 05401
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Hill Section

What homes are worth in Burlington 05401

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

This home
$220K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Burlington 05401.

How it measures up in Burlington 05401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 05401.

Estimated value$1,067,010
CheaperTypical $552,341Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$465
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 96 Deforest Hts ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHill SectionBurlington 05401Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,067,01070% of homes92% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46585% of homes86% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²49% of homes74% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac80% of homes94% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197281% of homes75% of homes40% of homes

About 96 Deforest Hts

How much is 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT is $1,067,010 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $950,633 to $1,183,387. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT last sell?

96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT?

96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT built?

96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT?

96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT is assigned to Champlain Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Edmunds Middle School (middle), rated B; Burlington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Burlington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT compare to other homes in Burlington 05401?

Among the 6,102 homes in Burlington 05401, it is worth more than 92% of them ($1,067,010 against a typical $552,341), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($465 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1972 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 95% 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 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 96 Deforest Hts, Burlington, VT was $15,529. The county assessed it at $642,500.

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