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$222,519$232 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

261 RACETRACK RD

NEWPORT, VT 05855
1
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
1.1 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$223K
$167K low$278K high
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.$222,519
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$178,015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,562 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$387,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$269,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,700

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.43
68
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.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.
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.30%

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.Ranch
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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

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

H
North Country Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Newport City Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.4 mi
M
North Country Union Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Newport City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 05855These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,907
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.119 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,850
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,352
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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.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

261 Racetrack 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.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in Orleans County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Newport 05855
  • Older than 79% of homes in Orleans County

What homes are worth in Newport 05855

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

This home
$91K$791K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Newport 05855.

How it measures up in Newport 05855

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 05855.

Estimated value$222,519
CheaperTypical $283,632Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 261 Racetrack Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 05855Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$222,51928% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23261% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²14% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac59% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than192026% of homes21% of homes

About 261 Racetrack Rd

How much is 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT is $222,519 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $167,286 to $277,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT last sell?

261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT?

261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT built?

261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT?

261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT is assigned to North Country Union High School (high), rated C+; Newport City Elementary School (elementary), rated C; North Country Union Junior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Newport City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT compare to other homes in Newport 05855?

Among the 2,977 homes in Newport 05855, it is worth more than 28% of them ($222,519 against a typical $283,632), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($232 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 14% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1920 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 27% 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 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT?

The 2022 property tax bill for 261 Racetrack Rd, Newport, VT was $11,562. The county assessed it at $387,600.

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