The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05462 sells for about $464,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% 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 $984 a month.
ZIP 05462 — Huntington
The 05462 market remains tight with low inventory and steady demand, driven by buyers seeking rural space within commuting distance of Burlington. Prices have seen moderate year-over-year growth, though the market is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations. Investors should note the limited rental stock and the necessity of local operational knowledge.
This ZIP is best suited for families and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle while maintaining access to the amenities and employment opportunities of the Burlington metro area.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 6.0% — 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 5.6%/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
ZCTA 05462, Chittenden County VT
Crime rates in Huntington are consistently low, significantly below both state and national averages, reflecting the rural character of the community.
Public schools serving the area are part of the Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District, which generally maintains high performance ratings and strong community support.
The area faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Huntington River and winter weather-related hazards, with standard insurance coverage recommended for property owners.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Burlington metro area, with most residents commuting for employment; local development remains limited to preserve the rural landscape.
Property taxes are assessed at the town level based on fair market value, with education funding determined by the state's uniform tax rate system.
Commuting primarily involves personal vehicle travel via VT-116 toward the Burlington-South Burlington employment core, typically requiring 30-40 minutes.
The area features extensive access to the Green Mountains, including hiking trails, swimming holes along the Huntington River, and proximity to major ski resorts.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand from local workers, with limited short-term rental saturation due to town zoning oversight.
The local economy is largely residential, with the majority of the workforce employed in the broader Burlington-South Burlington metropolitan area.
Public transit is minimal; the area relies on private vehicle infrastructure with VT-116 serving as the primary arterial road.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to maintain the rural character, with no major commercial projects currently in the pipeline.
Parcels are subject to local town taxes and the statewide education property tax.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the rural nature of the area and potential for winter-related property damage.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZIP-Codes.com profiles.
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 Colchester4.317.5 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.112.8 mi
- Monkey Do!4.312.8 mi
- The Great Escape Room Burlington517.3 mi
- Escape Room 60512.2 mi
- Stowe Mountain Resort4.217.6 mi
- Champlain Valley Exposition4.315.5 mi
- ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain4.617.5 mi
- Foam Brewers - Burlington4.717.6 mi
- Spare Time Colchester4.317.5 mi
- Ben & Jerry’s4.511.3 mi
- Bolton Valley Resort4.59.7 mi
- Cold Hollow Cider Mill4.413 mi
- Cabot Creamery Store - Waterbury4.712.2 mi
- Mad River Glen Ski Area Historic District4.57.4 mi
- Shelburne Museum4.814.2 mi
- ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain4.617.5 mi
- Mad River Glen Ski Area Historic District4.57.4 mi
- Historic Gold Brook Covered Bridge4.616.7 mi
- Ethan Allen Homestead Museum and Historic Site4.519.4 mi
- Sugarbush Resort4.612 mi
- Bolton Valley Resort4.59.7 mi
- Little River State Park4.611.2 mi
- Mad River Glen Cooperative4.67.4 mi
- Mt. Philo State Park4.812.7 mi
- Point Bay Marina4.916.2 mi
- Burlington Harbor Marina4.717.8 mi
- Cedar Knoll Country Club4.75.8 mi
- West Bolton Golf Club4.59.9 mi
- Shaw's4.211.1 mi
- Marshalls4.212.2 mi
- Sweet Simone's4.67.1 mi
- Shaw's4.112.2 mi
- Maple Tree Place4.212.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular for swimming and fishing.
Provides extensive hiking trails and wilderness access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.