05251 — Dorset, VT Home Values
Typical home value $815,758 as of June 2026 · 1st of 16 in Bennington, VT
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 05251, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 05251 compares in the Bennington, VT area
ZIP code 05251 (Dorset, VT) has a typical home value of $815,758 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 16 ZIP codes tracked in the Bennington, VT area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +21.9%, from $669,435 in June 2021 to $815,758 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Bennington, VT forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Bennington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 05251 has a population of 1,395, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89.8% White, 5.9% two or more races, and 4.3% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorset Elementary School | 130 School Drive, Dorset, VT | 3.1 mi |
| Manchester Elementary/Middle School | 80 Memorial Avenue, Manchester Center, VT | 6.1 mi |
| Currier Memorial Union School | 234 North Main Street, Danby, VT | 7.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 05251?
$815,758 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 05251 an expensive ZIP code in the Bennington, VT area?
05251 ranks 1st of 16 ZIP codes in the Bennington, VT area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 05251 changed over the past year?
+3.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 05251?
1,395, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 05251?
Dorset Elementary School (3.1 mi), Manchester Elementary/Middle School (6.1 mi), Currier Memorial Union School (7.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 05251?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Bennington, VT forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.