Median home value in zip code 05251 (Dorset, VT) is $778,676, up 1.9% year over year. Part of the Bennington, VT metropolitan area.

Home Value$778,676

YoY Change

+1.9%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$155,735 on $778,676

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Out of reach84.3% of income

Need $225,857/yr to afford.

PITI$5,270

P/I84.3%

Afford$259K

Gap-$520K

P&I $3,937Tax $1,233Ins $100

6.50% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + VT ins. 28% per HUD.

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