The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05859 sells for about $372,001, or $199 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $725 a month.
ZIP 05859 — Troy
The market in 05859 remains stable with low inventory and steady demand for rural properties. High vacancy rates are largely attributed to the prevalence of seasonal and vacation homes rather than economic distress. Prices have seen moderate growth, reflecting the broader Vermont trend of limited supply.
This ZIP is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, retirees, or remote workers seeking a rural lifestyle, as the limited local job market and high vacancy rates present challenges for traditional family buyers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% 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 3.0% · poverty 9.1% — 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 9.5%/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 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 05859, Orleans County VT
Crime rates in the Troy area are generally low and consistent with rural Vermont trends, though specific localized data is limited.
Schools serving the area are part of the Orleans Central Supervisory Union, generally characterized by small class sizes and rural community integration.
The area faces typical rural Vermont hazards including seasonal flooding risks near the Missisquoi River and heavy winter weather impacts.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local tourism, agriculture, and small-scale service businesses with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Troy, with rates influenced by state-wide education funding formulas and local school district budgets.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby employment hubs like Newport or St. Albans via VT-101 and VT-242.
The area offers significant outdoor recreation including access to Jay Peak Resort for skiing, local hiking trails, and proximity to the Missisquoi River.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy pressure and limited inventory, with a significant portion of stock serving seasonal or short-term needs.
The economy is heavily reliant on tourism, particularly the ski industry, alongside traditional agricultural and forestry sectors.
Public transit is virtually non-existent; the area relies entirely on private vehicle transportation via state highways.
Development is strictly regulated by local zoning and Act 250, focusing on preserving the rural character of the region.
The Orleans County appraisal process follows Vermont's state-mandated reappraisal cycles to ensure equitable property valuation.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal assessments, with no major MUD/PID structures common in urban areas.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to increased climate-related risks, particularly winter storm damage and flooding.
Data retrieved from census.gov 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 Resort4.55.6 mi
- Pump House Indoor Waterpark4.45.7 mi
- Château Ste-Agnès4.49.7 mi
- The East Side Restaurant & Pub4.49.6 mi
- Tavern on the Hill4.511.2 mi
- Jay Peak Resort4.55.6 mi
- Pump House Indoor Waterpark4.45.7 mi
- VéloVolant3.99.5 mi
- Prouty Beach Campground4.49.5 mi
- Big Falls State Park4.70.6 mi
- Mont Sutton4.612.2 mi
- The Parker Pie Company4.618.7 mi
- Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village4.814.7 mi
- Lac-Brome Museum4.618 mi
- Au Diable Vert4.29.5 mi
- Sutton Natural Environment Park4.711.4 mi
- Camping Havre Des Iles Inc4.712.8 mi
- VéloVolant3.99.5 mi
- Vale Perkins Municipal Beach4.29.8 mi
- Jay Peak Resort4.55.6 mi
- Owl's Head4.68.7 mi
- Owl's Head Golf Club4.67.8 mi
- Jay Peak Resort Golf Course4.55.4 mi
- Shaw's4.312 mi
- Price Chopper4.111.7 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 ski resort and year-round destination located nearby.
Provides local fishing, kayaking, and scenic natural areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.