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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$234,353$98 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on Dec 2, 2005

986 VT ROUTE 7A

SHAFTSBURY, VT 05262
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,394 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$234K
$183K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Dec 2, 2005
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.$234,353
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$187,482

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,910 (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.$169,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$169,800

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.35
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
CountyBENNINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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.

M
Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Mt. Anthony Senior Union High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Mount Anthony Union High School District 14

Neighborhood · ZIP 05262These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.2,585
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,159
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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.Absentee owner
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

986 Vt Route 7a 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 76% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262
  • Older than 80% of homes in Bennington County

What homes are worth in Shaftsbury 05262

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

This home
$118K$915K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Shaftsbury 05262.

How it measures up in Shaftsbury 05262

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shaftsbury 05262.

Estimated value$234,353
CheaperTypical $319,055Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,394 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 986 Vt Route 7a ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShaftsbury 05262Bennington County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,35324% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$982% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,394 ft²83% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac9% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than192021% of homes20% of homes

About 986 Vt Route 7a

How much is 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT is $234,353 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $182,795 to $285,910. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT last sell?

986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT last sold on Dec 2, 2005 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,394 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT built?

986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT is assigned to Mt. Anthony Union Middle School (middle), rated D+; Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School (high), rated C. All sit in Mount Anthony Union High School District 14. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT compare to other homes in Shaftsbury 05262?

Among the 1,049 homes in Shaftsbury 05262, it is worth more than 24% of them ($234,353 against a typical $319,055), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($98 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,394 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1920 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Bennington County, it is worth more than 24% 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 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 986 Vt Route 7a, Shaftsbury, VT was $2,910. The county assessed it at $169,800.

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