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Last sold for $120,000 on Sep 20, 2005

1061 VT ROUTE 253

CANAAN, VT 05903
7
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,551 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.
0.3 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.
15
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Sep 20, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$310,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,800

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.49
92
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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

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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Canaan SchoolsC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Canaan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05903These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.58%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,049
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,197
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,789
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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.Yes

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

1061 Vt Route 253 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Canaan 05903
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Canaan 05903

How it measures up in Canaan 05903

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canaan 05903.

Living area4,551 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 1061 Vt Route 253 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanaan 05903Essex County
Living areabigger than4,551 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac13% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than192020% of homes24% of homes

About 1061 Vt Route 253

When did 1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT last sell?

1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT last sold on Sep 20, 2005 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT?

1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT has 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,551 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT built?

1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT?

1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT is assigned to Canaan Schools (elementary), rated C. All sit in Canaan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1061 Vt Route 253, Canaan, VT compare to other homes in Canaan 05903?

Among the 578 homes in Canaan 05903, it is bigger than almost all of them (4,551 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1920 against a typical 1975). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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