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$994,198$813 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $863,333 on Dec 13, 2022

281 RIVERSIDE DR

TIVERTON, RI 02878
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,223 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,744 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$994K
$943K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$863,333 · Dec 13, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$994,198
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$795,358

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,080 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$821,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$492,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$329,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyNEWPORT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Fort Barton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.1 mi
H
Tiverton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Tiverton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Tiverton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02878These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.442 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,685
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,717
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Riverside Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Tiverton 02878
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Tiverton 02878
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Newport County
  • Among the smallest lots in Tiverton 02878
  • Older than 96% of homes in Tiverton 02878

What homes are worth in Tiverton 02878

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$294K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Tiverton 02878.

How it measures up in Tiverton 02878

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tiverton 02878.

Estimated value$994,198
CheaperTypical $540,423Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$813
CheaperTypical $372Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,223 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size2,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 281 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTiverton 02878Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$994,19889% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$813almost all homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,223 ft²31% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,744 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18944% of homes7% of homes

About 281 Riverside Dr

How much is 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI is $994,198 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $942,905 to $1,045,491. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI last sell?

281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI last sold on Dec 13, 2022 for $863,333, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI?

281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,223 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI built?

281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI?

281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI is assigned to Fort Barton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Tiverton High School (high), rated A-; Tiverton Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Tiverton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI compare to other homes in Tiverton 02878?

Among the 6,584 homes in Tiverton 02878, it is worth more than 89% of them ($994,198 against a typical $540,423), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($813 against a typical $372), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,223 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,744 ft² against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1894 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI was $9,080. The county assessed it at $821,700.

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