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CHELSEA, VT 05038

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Orange County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$502,000
⇩ 26% vs $678,750 last year
Average Price
$502,000
⇩ 26% vs $678,750 last year
Days on Market
68
⇩ 23.6% vs 89 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,435  ·  Density: 12.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,875

Typical home value: $205,784  ·  Homeownership: 83.5%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHELSEA, VT real estate market (05038) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 26% year-over-year, from $678,750 to $502,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 89 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $502,000 (-26% YoY)
  • Average: $502,000 (-26% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.1 miles — 43 listings ($17,156,331 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
05038Chelsea, VT 050380.0 mi2$1,004,000$502,000$502,000
05036Brookfield, VT 050366.4 mi3$1,158,000$420,000$386,000
05079Vershire, VT 050797.3 mi2$990,000$495,000$495,000
05039Corinth, VT 050398.5 mi4$2,358,668$650,000$589,667
05679Williamstown, VT 056798.8 mi6$2,355,000$419,000$392,500
05083West Fairlee, VT 0508310.8 mi1$335,000$335,000$335,000
05678Websterville, VT 0567811.3 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
05086West Topsham, VT 0508611.6 mi1$295,000$295,000$295,000
05058Post Mills, VT 0505812.3 mi2$308,000$154,000$154,000
05075Thetford Center, VT 0507513.6 mi3$899,700$299,900$299,900
05045Fairlee, VT 0504514.0 mi3$1,506,000$502,000$502,000
05068South Royalton, VT 0506814.3 mi4$1,758,000$439,500$439,500
05663Northfield, VT 0566315.1 mi11$3,713,963$386,950$337,633

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHELSEA, VT 05038?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in CHELSEA, VT (zip code 05038), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHELSEA, VT 05038?

The median listing price in CHELSEA, VT 05038 is $502,000 as of January 2026, a 26% decrease from $678,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHELSEA, VT?

Homes in CHELSEA, VT 05038 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 89 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHELSEA, VT 05038?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHELSEA, VT 05038 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHELSEA, VT?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHELSEA, VT 05038 save an estimated $10,040 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $502,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.