The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05068 sells for about $345,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,097 a month.
ZIP 05068 — South Royalton
The housing market in 05068 remains stable with low inventory and steady demand from buyers seeking rural properties. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by limited supply and the continued appeal of the area for remote workers. Market conditions are expected to remain balanced in the near term.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, outdoor enthusiasts, and remote workers looking for affordability and community.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.6 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 0.9% · poverty 13.9% — 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 5.7%/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 4.8%/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 05068, Windsor County VT
Crime rates in this rural Vermont area remain significantly lower than national and regional averages, with property crime being the primary concern.
Local schools are generally well-regarded for small class sizes and strong community engagement, though limited in extracurricular variety compared to larger districts.
The area faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near river valleys and winter storm impacts, with insurance premiums reflecting these environmental factors.
Economic momentum is driven by small-scale tourism, local agriculture, and remote-work professionals, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and school district levels, with rates determined by annual town meeting votes and state-mandated education funding formulas.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to regional employment hubs in larger nearby towns via state highways.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including hiking trails, local parks, and seasonal water activities on nearby lakes and rivers.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, heavily influenced by seasonal demand and a limited supply of multi-family housing units.
The local economy is anchored by small businesses, education, and healthcare services, with a strong emphasis on local agriculture and tourism.
Public transit is extremely limited; residents rely almost exclusively on personal vehicles for transportation.
Development is strictly managed through local zoning to preserve the rural character of the community.
The county utilizes a periodic reappraisal system to ensure property assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to municipal, school, and county taxes, with no major MUD or PID districts present.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are sensitive to wildfire and flood risk assessments in specific zones.
The state has seen modest net domestic migration gains, particularly 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 data.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.
Provides extensive hiking and cross-country skiing trails.
Features local cafes, general stores, and small artisan shops.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.