Barre, VT home prices
Typical home $389,886 · +1.2% in a year · income needed $122,600
The Barre, VT metro area ranks 162 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +1.2% in a year and +19.7% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $2,860 a month including 1.75% property tax (Washington County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Barre home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $77,977 | $311,909 | $2,098 | $0 | $762 | $2,860 | $122,600 |
| 10% down | $38,989 | $350,897 | $2,361 | $146 | $762 | $3,269 | $140,100 |
| 5% down | $19,494 | $370,392 | $2,492 | $154 | $762 | $3,408 | $146,100 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $13,646 | $382,824 | $2,575 | $172 | $762 | $3,510 | $150,400 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.75% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Barre area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County, VT | $389,915 | +1.2% | 1.75% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Barre?
The typical home in the Barre, VT metro area is worth $389,886 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Barre?
About $122,600 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.