The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 05257 sells for about $308,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,151 a month.
ZIP 05257 — North Bennington
The North Bennington housing market is currently experiencing a period of softness with low sales volume and a slight year-over-year price decline. High interest rates and limited inventory are driving a cautious environment for both buyers and sellers. The market is characterized by slow turnover, making it a challenging submarket for investors seeking quick returns.
This ZIP is best suited for families and long-term residents seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle; it is less ideal for investors looking for rapid appreciation or high-turnover rental yields.
Median prices moved down 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced 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 4.0% · poverty 7.5% — 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 5.2%/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 4.0%/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 05257, Bennington County VT
Crime rates in North Bennington are generally low and consistent with rural Vermont standards, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
The area is served by the Bennington School District, which maintains a mix of public elementary and middle school options with generally stable performance ratings.
The region faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Walloomsac River and typical New England winter weather hazards; property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional climate risks.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local educational institutions and small-scale manufacturing, with limited large-scale infrastructure expansion currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and school district levels; Vermont utilizes a statewide education property tax system that links local rates to district spending levels.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling toward Bennington or across the border into New York for employment; public transit options are limited.
The area offers access to the Walloomsac River for fishing and kayaking, proximity to local hiking trails, and small-town shopping districts in nearby Bennington.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, though rent growth has moderated recently; there is minimal short-term rental saturation compared to tourist-heavy Vermont towns.
The local economy is anchored by education and small-scale regional services, with limited exposure to major corporate headquarters.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use; regional bus services provide limited connectivity to larger hubs.
Development is largely restricted to small-scale residential infill and property renovations.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic assessments to align property values with market trends.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal service levies.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional flood and winter storm risk profiles.
Net domestic migration is stable, with a slight trend of retirees moving into the area.
Vermont is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the home.
Data retrieved from ZCTA-level ACS 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 local recreational opportunities including fishing and scenic views.
A major cultural anchor and event venue in North Bennington.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.