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$199,772$266 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $117,700 on Jun 16, 2021

959 ROUTE 5

ORLEANS, VT 05860
1
Beds
1
Baths
750 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$200K
$180K low$220K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$117,700 · Jun 16, 2021
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.$199,772
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$159,818

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,146 (2020)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$134,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,000

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.29
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.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.

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
CountyORLEANS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(4)

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.

H
Lake Region Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Lake Region Union High School District 24

Neighborhood · ZIP 05860These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,296
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,753
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,562
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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.Owner occupied
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

959 Route 5 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 79% of homes in Orleans County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Orleans County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Orleans County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Orleans County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Orleans 05860

What homes are worth in Orleans 05860

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

This home
$73K$763K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Orleans 05860.

How it measures up in Orleans 05860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orleans 05860.

Estimated value$199,772
CheaperTypical $262,129Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$266
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 959 Route 5 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrleans 05860Orleans County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,77231% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26656% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than750 ft²12% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac13% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than196031% of homes32% of homes

About 959 Route 5

How much is 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT is $199,772 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $179,543 to $220,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT last sell?

959 Route 5, Orleans, VT last sold on Jun 16, 2021 for $117,700, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT?

959 Route 5, Orleans, VT has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 750 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT built?

959 Route 5, Orleans, VT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT?

959 Route 5, Orleans, VT is assigned to Lake Region Union High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Lake Region Union High School District 24. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT compare to other homes in Orleans 05860?

Among the 1,412 homes in Orleans 05860, it is worth more than 31% of them ($199,772 against a typical $262,129), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($266 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 12% of them (750 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1960 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Orleans County, it is worth more than 21% 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 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT?

The 2020 property tax bill for 959 Route 5, Orleans, VT was $1,146. The county assessed it at $134,200.

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