The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05357 sells for about $447,000, or $245 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,650 a month.
ZIP 05357 — West Dummerston
The Putney housing market remains characterized by low inventory and steady demand, keeping prices resilient despite broader economic headwinds. Limited new construction and a preference for rural living continue to drive competition for existing single-family homes. Market conditions are stable, with a focus on long-term value rather than rapid appreciation.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees, remote workers, and families seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with strong community ties, rather than commuters or investors looking for high-density rental yields.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 5.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 24.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 05357, Windham County VT
Putney experiences low levels of property and violent crime, consistent with the rural character of Windham County and significantly lower than national urban averages.
The area is served by the Putney Central School and regional high schools, generally regarded as providing a stable, community-focused educational environment typical of Vermont's small-town public school systems.
The region faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Connecticut River and winter storm impacts, with property insurance premiums reflecting standard New England hazard profiles.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, education, and small-scale tourism, with limited large-scale industrial development and a focus on preserving the town's rural, historic character.
Property taxes in Putney are determined by a combination of municipal, county, and statewide education tax rates, with Vermont's unique education funding formula often resulting in higher effective rates for residential properties.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling toward Brattleboro or northern hubs via I-91; public transit options are extremely limited.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including hiking trails, the Putney Mountain range, and proximity to the Connecticut River for water-based activities.
The rental market is tight with very low vacancy rates, driven by limited housing stock and demand from students and faculty associated with local educational institutions.
The local economy is anchored by education, small-scale manufacturing, and agriculture, with many residents commuting to Brattleboro for broader employment opportunities.
Transportation is dominated by I-91, which serves as the primary corridor for regional travel; local transit is minimal.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to maintain rural character, with no major high-density projects currently in the pipeline.
Windham County assessments are conducted at the municipal level, with periodic reappraisals to ensure alignment with fair market value.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal levies; there are no significant MUD or PID districts.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments common to Vermont.
Vermont has seen modest net domestic migration, with a trend of remote workers moving to rural areas for lifestyle reasons.
Vermont is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process, which typically extends the timeline.
Vermont requires sellers to provide a property disclosure statement, though the scope is generally limited compared to other states.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and World Population Review.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Stratton Mountain Resort4.519.7 mi
- Cheshire Fair4.218.5 mi
- The Stone Church4.95.7 mi
- Monadnock Speedway4.714.4 mi
- The Colonial Theatre, Keene NH4.716.9 mi
- Madame Sherri Forest4.76.5 mi
- Retreat Farm4.75 mi
- Fort Dummer State Park4.57.5 mi
- Historic Creamery Covered Bridge4.65.6 mi
- Pisgah State Park4.612.4 mi
- Vermont Country Store Kissing Bridge4.619.4 mi
- Historic Creamery Covered Bridge4.65.6 mi
- Historic Dummerston Covered Bridge4.80.6 mi
- Cheshire Children's Museum4.516.7 mi
- Brattleboro Museum & Art Center4.66 mi
- Madame Sherri Forest4.76.5 mi
- The Marina4.25 mi
- Molly Stark State Park4.711.5 mi
- Retreat Farm4.75 mi
- Fort Dummer State Park4.57.5 mi
- Runnings4.56.2 mi
- Putney Food Co-op4.55.3 mi
- Market 323.96.6 mi
- Brattleboro Auto Mall4.44.4 mi
- Vermont Marketplace46.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular hiking destination with scenic views of the West River Valley.
Local landmark offering seasonal fruit picking and community events.
Community-focused venue for music, theater, and arts programming.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.