Is West Topsham, VT 05086 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
West Topsham is a balanced market. With about 4 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The West Topsham housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in West Topsham, VT 05086 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 31 days and there were 4 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (5 days then) and the median sale price fell 9% to $345,850. Overall, West Topsham is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Orange County, homes here sell faster than in 77% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 59%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Washington 05675 (0% sold over asking) or Graniteville 05654 (0% sold over asking), while Tunbridge 05077 (67% sold over asking) and Brookfield 05036 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about West Topsham real estate
Is West Topsham a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4 months of supply in West Topsham, VT 05086 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in West Topsham?
The typical home went under contract in 31 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in West Topsham sell over asking?
25% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in West Topsham?
About 1.66% of a home’s value a year in Orange County, or roughly $6,640 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in West Topsham?
The median sale price was $345,850 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $166 per square foot.
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