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$51,961$29 / 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 61How 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 $16,000 on Aug 14, 2018

197 RICKER RD

WELLS RIVER, VT 05081
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,812 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.
4.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$52K
$32K low$72K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$16,000 · Aug 14, 2018
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.$51,961
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$41,569

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$747 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$30,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,300

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.28
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.
48
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.
3
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.80
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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(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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 05081These 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.162
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 100.83

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.80%
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.10%
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.826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,458
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

197 Ricker Rd 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 least valuable homes in Orange County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Orange County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Wells River 05081

What homes are worth in Wells River 05081

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

This home
$83K$624K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Wells River 05081.

How it measures up in Wells River 05081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wells River 05081.

Estimated value$51,961
CheaperTypical $275,975Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$29
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,812 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size4.8 ac
SmallerTypical 5.7 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 197 Ricker Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWells River 05081Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,961almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,812 ft²81% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.8 ac43% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than197336% of homes44% of homes

About 197 Ricker Rd

How much is 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT is $51,961 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $31,696 to $72,225. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT last sell?

197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT last sold on Aug 14, 2018 for $16,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT?

197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,812 square feet of living space and a 4.80-acre lot.

When was 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT built?

197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT compare to other homes in Wells River 05081?

Among the 303 homes in Wells River 05081, it is worth more than almost none of them ($51,961 against a typical $275,975), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($29 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,812 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (4.8 ac against a typical 5.7 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1973 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than almost no 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 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 197 Ricker Rd, Wells River, VT was $747. The county assessed it at $30,300.

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