Residential - Vacant LandResidential
VT ROUTE 78
HIGHGATE, VT 05459
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,160 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.
38.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$806 (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.$47,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$47,900
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.30
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.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.38.44
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Galvanized
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Neighborhood · ZIP 05459These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117
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.94%
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.9.1%
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.1,701
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,470
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,389
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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
Vt Route 78 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.
- Bigger than 87% of homes in Highgate Center 05459
- Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Highgate Center 05459
- Newer than 65% of homes in Franklin County
How it measures up in Highgate Center 05459
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highgate Center 05459.
Living area2,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,413 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 87% of homes nearby
Lot size38.44 ac
SmallerTypical 1.16 acBigger
Bigger than 94% of homes nearby
Year built1989
OlderTypical 1984Newer
Newer than 58% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Highgate Center 05459 | Franklin County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,160 ft² | 87% of homes | 83% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 38.44 ac | 94% of homes | 94% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1989 | 58% of homes | 65% of homes |
About Vt Route 78
When did Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT last sell?
Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT?
Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,160 square feet of living space and a 38.44-acre lot.
When was Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT built?
Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.
How does Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT compare to other homes in Highgate Center 05459?
Among the 837 homes in Highgate Center 05459, it is bigger than 87% of them (2,160 ft² against a typical 1,413 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (38.44 ac against a typical 1.16 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1989 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT?
The 2025 property tax bill for Vt Route 78, Highgate, VT was $806. The county assessed it at $47,900.
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