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$472,155$284 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $275,000 on Nov 7, 2003

98 FRANKLIN AVE

MANCHESTER, VT 05254
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,664 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$472K
$447K low$498K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Nov 7, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,778 (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.$337,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,600

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.50
85
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.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.64 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
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(5)

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 05254These 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.179
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.103
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.143 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$30,424
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

98 Franklin Ave 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 79% of homes in Manchester 05254
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Manchester 05254
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Manchester 05254
  • Older than 92% of homes in Bennington County

What homes are worth in Manchester 05254

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

This home
$307K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Manchester 05254.

How it measures up in Manchester 05254

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manchester 05254.

Estimated value$472,155
CheaperTypical $668,263Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $358Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,932 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 2.41 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 98 Franklin Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManchester 05254Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$472,15521% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28420% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,664 ft²43% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac5% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than18759% of homes8% of homes

About 98 Franklin Ave

How much is 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT is $472,155 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $446,682 to $497,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT last sell?

98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT last sold on Nov 7, 2003 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT?

98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,664 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT built?

98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

How does 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT compare to other homes in Manchester 05254?

Among the 706 homes in Manchester 05254, it is worth more than 21% of them ($472,155 against a typical $668,263), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($284 against a typical $358), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,664 ft² against a typical 1,932 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 2.41 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1875 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 65% 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 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 98 Franklin Ave, Manchester, VT was $3,778. The county assessed it at $337,600.

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