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$119,949$135 / 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 88How 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

96 WASHINGTON TPKE

CHELSEA, VT 05038
2
Beds
1
Baths
888 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.
13.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$120K
$105K low$135K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,525 (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.$83,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,100

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.27
1
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.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.90
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
First Branch Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.3 mi
E
First Branch Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.3 mi

District: First Branch Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05038These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.1,446
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,429
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,552
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

96 Washington Tpke 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 97% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Orange County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Orange County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Chelsea 05038

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

This home
$75K$749K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Chelsea 05038.

How it measures up in Chelsea 05038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chelsea 05038.

Estimated value$119,949
CheaperTypical $242,686Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size13.9 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 96 Washington Tpke ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChelsea 05038Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,94910% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13528% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²17% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.9 ac62% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196539% of homes34% of homes

About 96 Washington Tpke

How much is 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT is $119,949 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $105,397 to $134,501. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT last sell?

96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT?

96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 13.90-acre lot.

When was 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT built?

96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT?

96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT is assigned to First Branch Middle School (middle), rated C+; First Branch Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in First Branch Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT compare to other homes in Chelsea 05038?

Among the 664 homes in Chelsea 05038, it is worth more than 10% of them ($119,949 against a typical $242,686), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($135 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 17% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (13.9 ac against a typical 10 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1965 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 3% 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 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Washington Tpke, Chelsea, VT was $1,525. The county assessed it at $83,100.

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