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$454,935$368 / 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 93How 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

978 W MAIN ST

RICHMOND, VT 05477
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,236 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$455K
$424K low$486K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,208 (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.$353,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$142,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$353,500

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.31
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.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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
CountyCHITTENDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Neighborhood · ZIP 05477These 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.76
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 100.88

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.4,582
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.98 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,565
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,050
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

978 W Main St 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 72% of homes in Richmond 05477
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Chittenden County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Richmond 05477
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Chittenden County

What homes are worth in Richmond 05477

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

This home
$169K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Richmond 05477.

How it measures up in Richmond 05477

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 05477.

Estimated value$454,935
CheaperTypical $536,088Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.55 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 978 W Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 05477Chittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$454,93528% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36868% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,236 ft²29% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac38% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197844% of homes48% of homes

About 978 W Main St

How much is 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT is $454,935 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $423,999 to $485,871. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT last sell?

978 W Main St, Richmond, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT?

978 W Main St, Richmond, VT has 3 bedrooms, 1,236 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT built?

978 W Main St, Richmond, VT was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT compare to other homes in Richmond 05477?

Among the 1,792 homes in Richmond 05477, it is worth more than 28% of them ($454,935 against a typical $536,088), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($368 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,236 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.55 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1978 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Chittenden County, it is worth more than 38% 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 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 W Main St, Richmond, VT was $4,208. The county assessed it at $353,500.

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