Curious about affordable living in the Green Mountain State? According to the Zillow Home Value Index, Vermont offers numerous towns where you can find homes at prices significantly below the state average. The data reveals fascinating patterns in how these communities have evolved over the past 15 years.
You might be surprised to learn that even the most affordable Vermont towns have seen substantial growth since 2010, with an average increase of 74.63% in home values. The town of Richford experienced the most dramatic growth at 105.43%, effectively doubling its home values, while even the “slowest growing” town of Bennington still saw respectable growth of 51.91%. This indicates robust demand even in Vermont’s most budget-friendly markets.
What stands out in the data is the concentration of affordable options in the Northeast Kingdom region, with Orleans and Essex counties representing many of the top spots. While these communities offer excellent value in 2025, you would have found even more dramatic affordability had you purchased in 2015, when some homes were available for under $100,000 in towns like Lunenburg and Canaan.
1. Brighton
- 2025 Home Value: $227,563.04
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Encompassing the village of Island Pond in Essex County, the town of Brighton tops our list with a 2025 median home value of $227,563.04. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this Northeast Kingdom community represents the 25th most affordable option in Vermont today.
2. Richford
- 2025 Home Value: $227,493.29
- 2010 Home Value: $110,737.96
- 2015 Home Value: $124,353.89
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Positioned along the Canadian border in Franklin County, Richford demonstrates the most dramatic growth of any town on our list, with a 2025 median home value of $227,493.29. Since 2010, when homes averaged just $110,737.96, values have more than doubled with a remarkable 105.43% increase. Despite having the highest growth percentage on our list, Richford remains among Vermont’s most affordable towns, offering you the opportunity to enjoy proximity to coveted recreational assets without paying the premium that similar access would command in more developed or tourist-focused areas of the state.
3. Hancock
- 2025 Home Value: $225,036.06
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 81.93%
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Tucked deep in the Green Mountains along scenic Route 100 in Addison County, Hancock invites you to experience mountain living at a 2025 median home value of $225,036.06. Though historical comparison data isn’t available, this tiny mountain town offers significant value compared to similar scenic locations in Vermont.
4. South Shaftsbury
- 2025 Home Value: $224,415.46
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 84.97%
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Just a few miles north of Bennington in Bennington County, South Shaftsbury offers you literary significance with a 2025 median home value of $224,415.46. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this small community represents excellent value for those seeking a blend of history and scenery.
5. Bennington
- 2025 Home Value: $223,259.46
- 2010 Home Value: $146,972.84
- 2015 Home Value: $151,106.82
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Situated in the southwestern corner of Vermont, Bennington rewards you with small-city amenities at a 2025 median home value of $223,259.46. The town has seen the lowest growth rate among communities with historical data, with a still-respectable 51.91% increase since 2010 when homes averaged $146,972.84. Despite being one of Vermont’s largest communities, Bennington maintains housing costs well below state averages, offering you the perfect combination of urban conveniences, cultural attractions, and easy access to outdoor recreation without the premium prices found in many Vermont communities.
6. Springfield
- 2025 Home Value: $222,302.49
- 2010 Home Value: $129,780.66
- 2015 Home Value: $129,675.13
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 70.18%
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Nestled in the Connecticut River Valley of Windsor County, Springfield combines industrial heritage with natural beauty at a 2025 median home value of $222,302.49. Since 2010, when homes averaged $129,780.66, the town has experienced consistent appreciation of 71.29%, with nearly identical growth of 71.43% since 2015.
7. Bellows Falls
- 2025 Home Value: $222,248.68
- 2010 Home Value: $133,111.18
- 2015 Home Value: $120,364.17
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Located along the Connecticut River in Windham County, Bellows Falls offers you historic charm with a 2025 median home value of $222,248.68. The town has seen strong appreciation since 2010, with values increasing 66.96% from $133,111.18, including a particularly robust 84.65% growth since 2015. Despite significant price appreciation, Bellows Falls remains among Vermont’s more affordable communities, giving you access to authentic small-town living with more amenities than many rural options on this list, all while maintaining housing costs well below state averages.
8. Holland
- 2025 Home Value: $221,061.82
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Positioned at Vermont’s northern border in Orleans County, Holland gives you access to pristine wilderness with a 2025 median home value of $221,061.82. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this remote community offers exceptional value for those seeking authentic rural living.
9. Woodford
- 2025 Home Value: $219,723.88
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Perched high in the Green Mountains of Bennington County, Woodford offers you mountain living at a 2025 median home value of $219,723.88. Although historical data isn’t available for comparison, this elevated community represents significant value for those seeking both affordability and natural beauty.
10. Barton
- 2025 Home Value: $218,019.06
- 2010 Home Value: $109,225.00
- 2015 Home Value: $123,194.46
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Centrally located in Orleans County between two beautiful lakes, Barton provides you with small-town charm at a 2025 median home value of $218,019.06. The town has seen dramatic appreciation since 2010, when homes averaged just $109,225.00, representing a nearly 100% increase of 99.61% over 15 years.
11. Lemington
- 2025 Home Value: $217,305.93
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 52.60%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 51.14%
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Situated along the Connecticut River in the remote northeastern corner of Essex County, Lemington offers you extraordinary seclusion with a 2025 median home value of $217,305.93. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this tiny community represents significant value for those seeking privacy and natural surroundings.
12. Newark
- 2025 Home Value: $213,601.13
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- 2015 Home Value: $120,189.08
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 63.24%
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Hidden away in Caledonia County’s most scenic corners, Newark gives you access to natural beauty with a 2025 median home value of $213,601.13. Since 2015, when homes averaged just $120,189.08, the town has experienced robust appreciation of 77.72%.
13. Derby Line
- 2025 Home Value: $213,585.67
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- 2015 Home Value: $138,821.83
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 53.86%
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Straddling the international border with Canada in Orleans County, Derby Line offers you a truly unique living situation with a 2025 median home value of $213,585.67. Since 2015, when homes averaged $138,821.83, the town has seen appreciation of 53.86%. You’ll be fascinated by this community’s unusual geography, where some buildings actually sit on the international boundary, including the Haskell Free Library and Opera House, which is literally half in the US and half in Canada.
14. Lowell
- 2025 Home Value: $211,735.45
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- 2015 Home Value: $129,706.88
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- Change from 2015 to 2025: 77.72%
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Cradled among the mountains of Orleans County, Lowell provides you with rural serenity at a 2025 median home value of $211,735.45. Since 2015, when homes averaged $129,706.88, the town has experienced solid appreciation of 63.24%.
15. Fair Haven
- 2025 Home Value: $210,905.70
- 2010 Home Value: $138,210.32
- 2015 Home Value: $139,539.13
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Situated in southwestern Vermont’s Rutland County near the New York border, Fair Haven boasts a 2025 median home value of $210,905.70. Since 2010, when homes averaged $138,210.32, the town has seen steady growth of 52.60%, with similar 51.14% growth since 2015.
16. Wells River
- 2025 Home Value: $210,842.32
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 99.61%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 76.97%
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Perched on the Connecticut River in Orange County, Wells River gives you a strategic location at the border with New Hampshire, with a 2025 median home value of $210,842.32. Although historical data isn’t available for comparison, this historic village offers significant value in today’s market.
17. Lyndonville
- 2025 Home Value: $210,715.88
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Sitting in the Passumpsic River Valley in Caledonia County, Lyndonville offers you small-town charm with a 2025 median home value of $210,715.88. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this vibrant village represents one of Vermont’s most affordable options with actual amenities.
18. Island Pond
- 2025 Home Value: $206,801.30
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Centered around its namesake body of water in Essex County, Island Pond (officially Brighton) offers you affordable homeownership with a 2025 median value of $206,801.30. Though historical comparison data isn’t available, this former railroad hub provides excellent value for those seeking authentic Vermont living.
19. Sheffield
- 2025 Home Value: $206,774.43
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 66.96%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 84.65%
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Tucked between the more populous centers of Lyndonville and Barton in Caledonia County, Sheffield gives you access to the Vermont dream at a 2025 median home value of $206,774.43. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, this tranquil community represents significant value in today’s market.
20. Concord
- 2025 Home Value: $200,704.35
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- 2015 Home Value: $117,936.54
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 71.29%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 71.43%
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Bordering New Hampshire in Essex County, Concord provides you with affordable living at a 2025 median home value of $200,704.35. Since 2015, when homes averaged $117,936.54, the town has seen a solid 70.18% growth in home values.
21. East Haven
- 2025 Home Value: $192,212.82
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 51.91%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 47.75%
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Situated in the wilderness of Essex County, East Haven offers you a true Vermont escape with 2025 home values at $192,212.82. Although historical data isn’t available for comparison, this tiny community represents incredible value in today’s market.
22. Canaan
- 2025 Home Value: $179,721.01
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- 2015 Home Value: $97,160.57
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At the northeasternmost corner of Vermont in Essex County, Canaan sits at the junction of Vermont, New Hampshire, and Quebec, offering you a truly unique border location. With 2025 home values at $179,721.01, the town has experienced robust growth of 84.97% since 2015, when homes averaged just $97,160.57.
23. Lunenburg
- 2025 Home Value: $170,781.44
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- 2015 Home Value: $93,870.25
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Tucked into the eastern edge of Essex County along the Connecticut River, Lunenburg offers you substantial value with a 2025 median home price of $170,781.44. The town has seen remarkable growth of 81.93% since 2015, when homes averaged just $93,870.25.
24. Orleans
- 2025 Home Value: $159,303.17
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- Change from 2010 to 2025: 105.43%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 82.94%
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Located in the heart of Orleans County, the village of Orleans gives you access to affordable homeownership with a 2025 median value of just $159,303.17. Though historical comparison data isn’t available, this charming community represents the second most affordable option in Vermont today.
25. North Troy
- 2025 Home Value: $156,856.73
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Nestled right along the Canadian border in Orleans County, North Troy offers you the most affordable home prices in Vermont as of 2025. The town’s median home value of $156,856.73 makes it an attractive option for budget-conscious homebuyers seeking the quintessential Vermont experience. While historical data isn’t available for comparison, the current prices represent extraordinary value in Vermont’s increasingly competitive real estate market.
