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$341,872$363 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

159 CENTRAL AVE

NORTH SCITUATE, RI 02857
3
Beds
1
Baths
942 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$342K
$314K low$369K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,125 (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.$238,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,400

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.46
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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.Ranch
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
North Scituate SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Scituate Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Scituate High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Scituate School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02857These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,267
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

159 Central Ave 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 less than 96% of homes in North Scituate 02857
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in North Scituate 02857
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in North Scituate 02857
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in North Scituate 02857
  • Older than 95% of homes in North Scituate 02857

What homes are worth in North Scituate 02857

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

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$303K$944K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in North Scituate 02857.

How it measures up in North Scituate 02857

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Scituate 02857.

Estimated value$341,872
CheaperTypical $521,315Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area942 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,859 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 1.89 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 159 Central Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Scituate 02857Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$341,8724% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36386% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than942 ft²5% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac3% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than18905% of homes5% of homes

About 159 Central Ave

How much is 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI is $341,872 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $314,423 to $369,321. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI last sell?

159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 942 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI built?

159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI is assigned to North Scituate School (elementary), rated C+; Scituate Middle School (middle), rated B; Scituate High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Scituate School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI compare to other homes in North Scituate 02857?

Among the 3,169 homes in North Scituate 02857, it is worth more than 4% of them ($341,872 against a typical $521,315), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($363 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 5% of them (942 ft² against a typical 1,859 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 1.89 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 12% 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 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI was $4,125. The county assessed it at $238,000.

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