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$533,668$215 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $495,000 on May 30, 2024

97 DONALDSON RD

SWANTON, VT 05488
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,484 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.
10.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$534K
$470K low$597K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$495,000 · May 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,469 (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.$372,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$265,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$365,700

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
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.
8
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
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.01
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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(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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05488These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.7,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.100 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,899
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

97 Donaldson Rd 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 88% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Swanton 05488
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Swanton 05488

What homes are worth in Swanton 05488

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

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$165K$767K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Swanton 05488.

How it measures up in Swanton 05488

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swanton 05488.

Estimated value$533,668
CheaperTypical $339,239Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size10.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.82 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 97 Donaldson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwanton 05488Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,66888% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21535% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,484 ft²91% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.01 ac92% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than198555% of homes57% of homes

About 97 Donaldson Rd

How much is 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT is $533,668 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $469,968 to $597,368. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT last sell?

97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT last sold on May 30, 2024 for $495,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT?

97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,484 square feet of living space and a 10.01-acre lot.

When was 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT built?

97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT compare to other homes in Swanton 05488?

Among the 3,109 homes in Swanton 05488, it is worth more than 88% of them ($533,668 against a typical $339,239), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($215 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,484 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (10.01 ac against a typical 0.82 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1985 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 85% 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 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 Donaldson Rd, Swanton, VT was $5,469. The county assessed it at $372,600.

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