The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05461 sells for about $794,900, or $375 per square foot.
Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,651 a month.
ZIP 05461 — Hinesburg
The housing market in 05461 remains tight with very low inventory, keeping prices elevated despite broader economic shifts. Demand is driven by buyers seeking rural quality of life within commuting distance of Burlington, resulting in a stable but competitive environment for the few available listings.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation while remaining within a reasonable commuting distance to Burlington.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.7% · poverty 8.2% — 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 5.2%/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 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 05461, Chittenden County VT
Hinesburg is generally considered a safe, low-crime rural community with crime rates significantly lower than national averages.
The area is served by the Champlain Valley School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and student support services.
The region faces typical New England climate risks, including winter storm impacts and localized flooding near the LaPlatte River, with standard insurance coverage recommended.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to Burlington and the University of Vermont, with a focus on maintaining rural character while supporting small-scale local business development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level with a state-wide education tax component; Vermont utilizes a complex school funding formula based on property values and income sensitivity.
Commuting to Burlington or the greater Chittenden County employment core typically requires a 20-30 minute drive via VT-116.
The area features extensive access to the Green Mountains, local hiking trails like the Geprags Park, and proximity to Lake Champlain for water-based recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand due to the limited supply of multi-family housing in this rural-suburban transition zone.
The local economy is a mix of agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and professional services, with many residents commuting to the larger Burlington metropolitan area.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with VT-116 serving as the main arterial road connecting the town to the regional highway network.
Development is strictly managed through local zoning to preserve the town's rural character and agricultural heritage.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and state education taxes, with no significant MUD/PID structures common in this region.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments, though generally stable compared to coastal markets.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year tables for ZCTA 05461.
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.
- Spare Time Colchester4.314.3 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.19.7 mi
- Monkey Do!4.39.8 mi
- The Great Escape Room Burlington513.3 mi
- Escape Room 6059.4 mi
- Champlain Valley Exposition4.312.9 mi
- ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain4.613.5 mi
- Foam Brewers - Burlington4.713.6 mi
- Spare Time Colchester4.314.3 mi
- Higher Ground4.311.9 mi
- Shelburne Museum4.88.9 mi
- Shelburne Farms4.810.3 mi
- Champlain Valley Exposition4.312.9 mi
- Vermont Teddy Bear Factory4.58.5 mi
- Mad River Glen Ski Area Historic District4.510.9 mi
- Shelburne Museum4.88.9 mi
- ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain4.613.5 mi
- Mad River Glen Ski Area Historic District4.510.9 mi
- Ethan Allen Homestead Museum and Historic Site4.515.6 mi
- Fleming Museum of Art4.513.1 mi
- Shelburne Farms4.810.3 mi
- Mad River Glen Cooperative4.610.8 mi
- Mt. Philo State Park4.87.4 mi
- Red Rocks Park4.611.6 mi
- Huntington Gorge4.76.4 mi
- Basin Harbor Resort - Lake Champlain4.416.7 mi
- Point Bay Marina4.910.8 mi
- Indian Bay Marina and Restaurant4.817.7 mi
- Burlington Harbor Marina4.713.8 mi
- Cedar Knoll Country Club4.70.7 mi
- West Bolton Golf Club4.512.2 mi
- Kwiniaska Golf Course4.18.4 mi
- University Mall3.811.9 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.211.7 mi
- Healthy Living4.411.6 mi
- Burlington Farmers Market4.712.9 mi
- Shaw's411.5 mi
- Burlington International Airport411.7 mi
- Plattsburgh International Airport4.230.7 mi
- Green valley taxi - BTV -Airport Taxi513.6 mi
- 89 TAXI - Airport taxi - BTV shuttle4.913.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular local park with walking trails and scenic views.
Provides opportunities for fishing and nature observation.
Large tract of land for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.