The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05060 sells for about $225,800, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,054 a month.
ZIP 05060 — Randolph
The housing market in 05060 remains stable with modest price appreciation and limited inventory. Demand is supported by local employment anchors, though the market is constrained by a lack of new construction and a high share of older housing stock.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a rural lifestyle, affordability compared to larger metro areas, and proximity to regional employment centers in the Upper Valley.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.3% · poverty 11.0% — 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 2.9%/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 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 05060
The area is served by the Orange Southwest School District, which generally maintains stable performance metrics consistent with rural Vermont educational standards.
The region faces typical New England climate risks, including seasonal flooding in low-lying areas and winter storm impacts; property insurance remains standard for the region.
Economic momentum is driven by local healthcare, education, and small-scale manufacturing, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level based on fair market value, with education funding tied to a statewide property tax system.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with travel times to regional employment hubs like Lebanon/White River Junction averaging 30-40 minutes.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation including hiking trails, local parks, and proximity to the White River for fishing and seasonal activities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and limited inventory, with demand driven by local workforce and students.
The economy is anchored by healthcare services, education, and local government, with a strong emphasis on small business and agriculture.
Transportation is primarily highway-based via I-89, providing access to the broader Upper Valley region.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and community infrastructure improvements.
Parcels are subject to local municipal and school district taxes, with no major MUD/PID structures reported.
Standard property insurance coverage is available, with premiums influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZipNumbers profiles for ZCTA 05060.
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.
Features sports fields and community trails.
Regional hub for performing arts and cultural events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.