The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05471 sells for about $336,115, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% 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 $1,650 a month.
ZIP 05471 — Montgomery / Montgomery Center
The housing market in 05471 is characterized by low inventory and high vacancy rates, largely driven by the prevalence of seasonal vacation homes. While prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, the high unemployment rate and limited local job base make this a challenging market for primary residents. Buyers should exercise caution due to the unique nature of the local inventory and the reliance on the tourism sector.
This ZIP is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers seeking a rural lifestyle, and second-home buyers, rather than commuters or investors looking for high-density rental yields.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving 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 19.7% · poverty 14.9% — a mixed stability 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 5.1%/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
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 05471, Franklin County VT
Crime rates in Montgomery are generally low and consistent with rural Vermont standards, with no significant upward trends reported.
Local schools are part of the Franklin Northeast Supervisory Union, generally characterized by small class sizes and community-focused instruction.
The area faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Trout River and winter weather-related hazards; property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional climate exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by seasonal tourism and local small businesses, with limited large-scale industrial development in the immediate vicinity.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and state education levels; Vermont utilizes a statewide education property tax system with income-based adjustments available for eligible residents.
Commuting typically requires personal vehicle use, with travel times to employment hubs like St. Albans or Burlington ranging from 45 to 60 minutes.
The area is a hub for outdoor recreation, featuring proximity to Jay Peak Resort, extensive hiking and snowmobile trails, and the scenic Trout River.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy rates due to a significant number of seasonal and vacation properties, limiting long-term housing availability.
The local economy is heavily reliant on tourism, hospitality, and small-scale agriculture, with many residents commuting to larger regional centers for professional employment.
Public transit is minimal; the area is served by rural road networks with no direct access to major rail or high-frequency bus corridors.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to preserve the rural character of the Montgomery area.
The Franklin County appraisal district conducts periodic reappraisals to ensure property values align with market trends.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal levies; no major MUD or PID districts are present.
Property insurance markets are stable, though premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and proximity to fire services.
Vermont has seen modest net domestic migration gains, primarily from urban centers in the Northeast.
Vermont is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement covering known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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 Resort4.57.5 mi
- Pump House Indoor Waterpark4.47.4 mi
- Château Ste-Agnès4.412.3 mi
- The East Side Restaurant & Pub4.419.6 mi
- Martell's at the Red Fox4.419.7 mi
- Beat & Betterave - Nanobrasserie & Café4.719 mi
- Charlmont Restaurant3.818.6 mi
- Jay Peak Resort4.57.5 mi
- Pump House Indoor Waterpark4.47.4 mi
- Jay State Forest4.86.3 mi
- Mont Sutton4.617.9 mi
- The Parker Pie Company4.619.3 mi
- Historic Grist Mill Covered Bridge4.718.7 mi
- Rock Art Brewery4.819.9 mi
- Historic Cambridge Junction Covered Bridge4.817.6 mi
- Jay State Forest4.86.3 mi
- Jay Peak Resort4.57.5 mi
- Jay Peak Resort Golf Course4.57.7 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 destination for skiing and year-round outdoor activities.
Popular for fishing and scenic recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.