Median home value in zip code 05253 (Dorset, VT) is $471,153, down 1.0% year over year. Part of the Bennington, VT metropolitan area.

Home Value$471,153

YoY Change

-1.0%

Prices falling — better for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$94,231 on $471,153

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Out of reach51.6% of income

Need $138,343/yr to afford.

PITI$3,228

P/I51.6%

Afford$255K

Gap-$216K

P&I $2,382Tax $746Ins $100

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

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