The story of this market
The typical home in Castleton, Vermont sells for about $291,333, or $172 per square foot.
Prices are down 11.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,224 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+2.6%
VT · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Castleton, Vermont
Castleton's housing market is currently experiencing a cooling phase, characterized by a decline in median prices and a high months-of-supply metric. The market is heavily influenced by the local university's presence, which provides a steady floor for rental demand despite broader economic headwinds. Buyers currently hold the advantage in this low-volume, buyer-friendly environment.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Castleton yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 1.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.4% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.4% · poverty 12.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A significant recreational lake offering swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities. It serves as a primary draw for seasonal residents and outdoor enthusiasts.
A preserved Revolutionary War battlefield that provides educational tours and hiking trails. It is a key cultural landmark for the region.
The campus serves as a hub for local events, athletics, and arts, significantly impacting the town's social and economic landscape.
Castleton is well-suited for families seeking a rural lifestyle, university-affiliated staff, and investors looking for stable rental demand driven by the local college. The town's mix of historic charm and outdoor amenities also attracts downsizers and those looking for a quieter, community-focused environment.
Public education is served by the Slate Valley Unified School District, which provides a range of elementary and secondary options. The district is characterized by small class sizes and a focus on community-integrated learning, though performance metrics vary by campus.
Castleton is centrally located with access to major regional corridors, though residents rely heavily on personal vehicles for daily commuting. The town is positioned within a reasonable driving distance of major cities like Boston and Montreal, facilitating regional connectivity.
Castleton offers a robust amenity base centered on outdoor recreation, including access to Lake Hortonia and various hiking trails. The town's proximity to the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site and the university campus provides residents with a mix of historical, cultural, and athletic facilities.
The rental market is significantly influenced by the student population of Vermont State University, creating consistent demand for multi-bedroom units. Vacancy pressure remains low during the academic year, though short-term rental activity is present near the town's lakefront areas.
The economy is primarily driven by the education sector, with Vermont State University acting as the anchor employer. The town also supports a mix of small-scale retail, tourism, and service-based businesses that cater to both residents and the student population.
Economic momentum is heavily anchored by Vermont State University, which serves as a major employer and driver of local housing demand. Infrastructure development is currently focused on maintaining rural connectivity and supporting the university's integration with the town's commercial core.
Development planning is focused on balancing the needs of the university with the preservation of the town's rural character. Current efforts prioritize sustainable growth and the maintenance of existing infrastructure.
Parcels in Castleton are subject to the Slate Valley Unified School District and various municipal utility districts. These special districts manage local education funding and essential services like water and waste management.
Crime data for Castleton is not specifically reported in a comparative regional index, though the town maintains a rural safety profile typical of Rutland County. Residents generally report low levels of violent crime, with property-related incidents being the primary concern for local law enforcement.
Castleton faces standard New England climate risks, including seasonal flooding near water bodies and winter storm impacts. The town maintains a hazardous tree policy and emergency management protocols to mitigate infrastructure damage from severe weather events.
Property insurance in the area is influenced by regional climate risks, including flood and storm exposure. Premiums are generally stable but reflect the necessity of coverage for rural, weather-exposed properties.
Property taxes in Castleton are determined by a blended rate that incorporates municipal, county, and school district levies. The town participates in the Vermont Homestead Property Tax Credit program, which provides income-linked relief to eligible residents.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and Town of Castleton 2026 Town Plan.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.