Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Montpelier, VT

25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

Population: 8,0302026 Data

Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Montpelier, VT — Key Takeaways

Montpelier has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is Pittsford CDP with a median home value of $142,600. The strongest job market is in Williamstown CDP with an unemployment rate of 1.2%.

Montpelier has a population of 8,030, a median household income of $76,143, an unemployment rate of 3.0%, and a poverty rate of 6.4%. The median home value citywide is $326,800, which is 16% above the national average of $281,900.

Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

Hardwick CDP

70/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$151,500

Unemp: 1.6%

West Rutland CDP

67/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$176,500

Unemp: 1.5%

Williamstown CDP

66/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$186,700

Unemp: 1.2%

Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods

Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
#	Neighborhood	Score	Median Home	Walk Score	Unemployment	Crime Rate	Rent
	Hardwick CDP	70	$151,500	—	1.6%	2.2 per 1K	$817
	West Rutland CDP	67	$176,500	—	1.5%	2.2 per 1K	$949
	Williamstown CDP	66	$186,700	—	1.2%	2.2 per 1K	$1,703
4	Hartland CDP	66	N/A	—	6.4%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
5	Castleton Four Corners CDP	66	$145,500	—	3.9%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
6	Proctor CDP	65	$174,700	—	2.6%	2.2 per 1K	$1,044
7	Fair Haven CDP	65	$161,900	—	3.5%	2.2 per 1K	$818
8	Brandon CDP	64	$202,000	—	1.3%	2.2 per 1K	$1,061
9	Pownal Center CDP	63	$227,000	—	0.0%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
10	Bradford CDP	63	$167,700	—	4.2%	2.2 per 1K	$959
11	South Barre CDP	62	$230,900	—	0.0%	2.2 per 1K	$1,264
12	Wallingford CDP	60	$246,600	—	0.0%	2.2 per 1K	$952
13	Northfield CDP	59	$224,700	—	2.0%	2.2 per 1K	$883
14	Pittsford CDP	56	$142,600	—	9.0%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
15	Underhill Flats CDP	54	$287,400	—	0.0%	2.2 per 1K	$1,176
16	Arlington CDP	54	$205,600	—	5.8%	2.2 per 1K	$1,073
17	Chester CDP	52	$268,800	—	2.2%	2.2 per 1K	$1,003
18	Huntington CDP	51	$274,600	—	2.4%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
19	Wilder CDP	50	$236,800	—	5.8%	2.2 per 1K	$1,277
20	Groton CDP	50	$164,300	—	10.7%	2.2 per 1K	$381
21	Stamford CDP	46	$247,400	—	6.7%	2.2 per 1K	$900
22	Manchester Center CDP	44	$313,200	—	3.4%	2.2 per 1K	$904
23	Bristol CDP	40	$273,900	—	8.0%	2.2 per 1K	$1,128
24	East Barre CDP	37	$248,000	—	11.2%	2.2 per 1K	N/A
25	Pownal CDP	33	N/A	—	16.8%	2.2 per 1K	N/A

Rankings by Category

Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier for each growth-potential metric.

Most Affordable

Lowest median home value

1
Pittsford CDP
$142,600
2
Castleton Four Corners CDP
$145,500
3
Hardwick CDP
$151,500
4
Fair Haven CDP
$161,900
5
Groton CDP
$164,300

Lowest Unemployment

Lowest unemployment rate

Safest

Lowest violent crime rate

1
Hardwick CDP
2.2 per 1K
2
West Rutland CDP
2.2 per 1K
3
Williamstown CDP
2.2 per 1K
4
Hartland CDP
2.2 per 1K
5
Castleton Four Corners CDP
2.2 per 1K

Lowest Rent

Lowest median rent

Highest Income

Highest median household income

1
Bradford CDP
$95,199
2
Hartland CDP
$93,566
3
Wallingford CDP
$91,111
4
Williamstown CDP
$90,156
5
Huntington CDP
$85,417

Lowest Poverty

Lowest poverty rate

How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Montpelier

Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

Affordability vs City Average: 30% weight
Walkability & Transit: 25% weight
Job Market (Unemployment): 20% weight
Safety: 15% weight
Environment (Air Quality): 10% weight

Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier?

The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier are: Hardwick CDP, West Rutland CDP, Williamstown CDP, Hartland CDP, Castleton Four Corners CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.

Which neighborhoods in Montpelier are still affordable but improving?

The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Montpelier is Pittsford CDP with a median home value of $142,600. The national median is $281,900.

Is Montpelier a good place to buy property for appreciation?

Montpelier has a median home value of $326,800. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.

Which up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier have the lowest unemployment?

Williamstown CDP has the lowest unemployment rate among up-and-coming neighborhoods in Montpelier at 1.2%. The national average is 3.7%.

What is the median household income in Montpelier?

The median household income in Montpelier, VT is $76,143. The national median is $74,580.

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