The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05658 sells for about $500,000, or $235 per square foot.
Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,414 a month.
ZIP 05658 — Marshfield
The Moretown housing market is characterized by very low inventory and stable pricing, reflecting its rural nature and limited turnover. Demand remains steady from buyers seeking outdoor access, though the lack of active listings restricts transaction volume.
This area is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with proximity to regional ski resorts and natural amenities.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 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 1.7% · poverty 10.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 05658, Washington County VT
Moretown is served by the Harwood Unified Union School District, which provides public education for the region.
The area is characterized by mountainous terrain and river valleys, presenting localized flood risks near the Mad River.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to central Vermont recreation hubs and access to the Interstate 89 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Washington County, with rates determined by local school district budgets and state-wide education funding formulas.
Residents typically commute via Vermont Route 100 or Interstate 89 to reach employment centers in Waterbury, Montpelier, or Burlington.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation including skiing in the nearby Mad River Valley, hiking, biking, and river-based activities.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand from seasonal workers and those seeking a rural lifestyle.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, outdoor recreation, and small-scale agriculture, with many residents commuting to larger regional hubs.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, relying on state highways and local roads to connect to the regional interstate network.
Development is generally limited by rural zoning and conservation efforts aimed at preserving the town's forested hills and agricultural character.
The Washington County appraisal process follows Vermont's state-mandated lister system for property valuation.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal assessments typical of Vermont towns.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's rural nature and exposure to winter weather and potential flood events.
Data retrieved from US 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.
- Twin City Family Fun Center4.213.2 mi
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery4.919.7 mi
- Thunder Road4.714.1 mi
- The Reservoir4.419.3 mi
- Zenbarn4.618 mi
- Vermont State House4.712.6 mi
- Hubbard Park4.712.2 mi
- Stillwater State Park4.67.5 mi
- Boulder Beach State Park4.88 mi
- Owls Head Mt.4.86 mi
- Historic Gold Brook Covered Bridge4.616.3 mi
- Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery4.919.7 mi
- Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium4.717.6 mi
- Rock Art Brewery4.817.9 mi
- Vermont Historical Society Museum4.612.6 mi
- Ricker Pond State Park4.810 mi
- Hubbard Park4.712.2 mi
- Stillwater State Park4.67.5 mi
- North Branch Nature Center4.811.6 mi
- Boulder Beach State Park4.88 mi
- Shaw's3.912.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central feature of the town's geography, popular for fishing and scenic views.
Provides the backdrop for the town's extensive hiking and outdoor trail network.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.