The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05862 sells for about $299,000, or $155 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $829 a month.
ZIP 05862 — Barnet
The housing market in ZIP 05862 is characterized by low inventory and steady, modest price appreciation. Demand remains consistent among local buyers, though the limited supply of homes keeps the market balanced. Economic growth is slow, reflecting the broader rural trends of the Northeast Kingdom.
This area is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, outdoor enthusiasts, and those looking for more affordable housing options compared to larger Vermont hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.9% · poverty 10.8% — 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 6.8%/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 3.8%/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 05862, Orleans County VT
Crime rates in the Orleans area remain low compared to national averages, with property crime being the primary concern in this rural setting.
Schools serving the area are part of the Lake Region Union Elementary-Middle School District, generally characterized by small class sizes and community-focused instruction.
The region faces seasonal risks from heavy winter snowfall and potential spring flooding near the Barton River, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and tourism, with limited large-scale infrastructure development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and state education levels, with rates determined by the local grand list and state-mandated education tax formulas.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling via I-91 toward regional employment hubs like Newport or St. Johnsbury.
The area offers significant outdoor access, including proximity to Lake Willoughby, local hiking trails, and seasonal recreational activities like snowmobiling and fishing.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for long-term housing, with limited new multi-family construction.
The local economy is anchored by small businesses, agriculture, and regional services, with a focus on maintaining the rural character of the Northeast Kingdom.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-91 serving as the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential improvements and local business support rather than large-scale commercial projects.
Parcels are subject to local municipal taxes and the statewide education property tax, with no significant MUD/PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural fire protection ratings and winter weather exposure.
Data derived from ZCTA-level census profiles and local demographic reports.
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery4.911.4 mi
- Thunder Road4.719.3 mi
- Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium4.79.3 mi
- Great Vermont Corn Maze4.811.9 mi
- Stillwater State Park4.66.6 mi
- Boulder Beach State Park4.86.2 mi
- Owls Head Mt.4.86.9 mi
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery4.911.4 mi
- Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium4.79.3 mi
- Riverwalk Covered Bridge4.819.4 mi
- Historic Haverhill-Bath Covered Bridge4.713.9 mi
- Vermont Granite Museum4.619.5 mi
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery4.911.4 mi
- Great Vermont Corn Maze4.811.9 mi
- Ricker Pond State Park4.87.5 mi
- Stillwater State Park4.66.6 mi
- Boulder Beach State Park4.86.2 mi
- Market 32410.5 mi
- Green Mountain Mall3.111.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major regional attraction known for its glacial beauty and recreational activities.
Provides swimming, picnicking, and boat access for the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.