The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05875 sells for about $249,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 82 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 05875
The housing market in 05875 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a rural Vermont community. Prices have seen modest appreciation, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. The market remains stable with little speculative activity.
This area is best suited for retirees, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with low population density.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 2.6% — 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 6.2%/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 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 05875, Orleans County VT
Crime rates in this rural area are significantly lower than national averages, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this area are part of small rural districts with limited extracurricular offerings but high teacher-to-student ratios.
The area faces moderate risks from winter storms and seasonal flooding; property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional wildfire and flood exposure.
Economic momentum is slow, driven primarily by local agriculture, forestry, and small-scale tourism; there is minimal large-scale commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level based on fair market value; Vermont's statewide education property tax system applies to all residential parcels.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with most residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment; public transit is not available.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including hiking trails, snowmobile paths, and proximity to local lakes and state forests.
The rental market is extremely limited with low turnover; most available units are seasonal or long-term rentals for local workers.
The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, forestry, and tourism-related services linked to the nearby ski industry.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles; the area is served by state highways with no public transit infrastructure.
Development is strictly regulated by local zoning to preserve the rural character; no major commercial projects are currently in the pipeline.
The Orleans County appraisal process follows state-mandated standards for annual property valuation updates.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal levies; no significant MUD or PID districts exist.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and fire protection ratings.
Net domestic migration is stable, with a slight trend of remote workers moving to the area for lifestyle reasons.
Vermont is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for all foreclosure proceedings.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement covering known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 05875.
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.
- Jay Peak Resort4.519.8 mi
- Pump House Indoor Waterpark4.419.8 mi
- The East Side Restaurant & Pub4.414.7 mi
- Tavern on the Hill4.515.3 mi
- Crystal Lake State Park4.72.9 mi
- Lake Willoughby North Beach4.78.4 mi
- The Museum of Everyday Life4.86.2 mi
- Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village4.88 mi
- Willoughby State Forest4.88.1 mi
- The Parker Pie Company4.60 mi
- Bread & Puppet Theater4.83.9 mi
- The Museum of Everyday Life4.86.2 mi
- Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village4.88 mi
- Crystal Lake State Park4.72.9 mi
- White Caps Campground4.49.7 mi
- Willoughby State Forest4.88.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional ski resort and year-round destination located nearby.
Provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and scenic views.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).