The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05254 sells for about $481,300, or $285 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 05254 — Manchester
The Manchester housing market remains resilient, characterized by high demand for limited inventory and steady price appreciation. The market is driven by its status as a premier vacation destination and a growing population of remote workers, though high interest rates have tempered transaction volume.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent family buyers, second-home owners, and retirees seeking a high quality of life, outdoor amenities, and a resort-town atmosphere.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.0% · poverty 6.8% — 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 4.8%/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 4.3%/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 05254, Bennington County VT
Crime rates in Manchester are generally low and compare favorably to regional and national averages, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by the Bennington-Rutland Supervisory Union, generally characterized by high-performing public schools with strong community support.
The region faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Battenkill River and winter weather-related hazards, with insurance markets remaining stable but sensitive to climate-related claims.
Economic momentum is driven by the tourism and hospitality sectors, with ongoing development focused on high-end residential and recreational infrastructure.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and state education levels, with rates determined by the Bennington County appraisal process and Vermont's statewide education property tax system.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with Route 7 serving as the main artery for travel toward regional employment hubs in Bennington and Rutland.
The area is a premier destination for outdoor recreation, featuring proximity to the Equinox Preserve, Stratton Mountain, and numerous golf courses and high-end shopping outlets.
The rental market is tight due to high demand for seasonal housing and limited inventory, with significant pressure from the short-term vacation rental market.
The economy is heavily anchored by tourism, hospitality, and retail, supported by a robust second-home market and regional healthcare services.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with limited public transit options available for regional connectivity.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to preserve the historic character of the town, with limited large-scale projects currently in the pipeline.
Bennington County utilizes a periodic reappraisal system to ensure property assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and state education district levies, with no significant MUD/PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments, with standard coverage widely available.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 05254.
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.
Extensive hiking trails and protected forest land.
Major regional retail destination.
Historic championship golf course.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.