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$339,663$252 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $99,000 on Apr 15, 2003

159 COLFAX ST

PROVIDENCE, RI 02905
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,347 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$340K
$324K low$356K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Apr 15, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,664 (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.$317,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,100

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.13
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.Conventional
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
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(7)

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.

M
Roger Williams Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Cornel Young & Charlotte WoodsD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
W B Cooley & Academy InternationaD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Providence School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02905These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,076 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,080
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,160
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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 Colfax St 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 89% of homes in Providence County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Providence County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Lower South Providence
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Providence County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Providence 02905

What homes are worth in Providence 02905

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

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$275K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Providence 02905.

How it measures up in Providence 02905

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Providence 02905.

Estimated value$339,663
CheaperTypical $424,640Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 159 Colfax St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLower South ProvidenceProvidence 02905Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$339,66332% of homes12% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25233% of homes19% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,347 ft²25% of homes25% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²14% of homes7% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than193070% of homes74% of homes34% of homes

About 159 Colfax St

How much is 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI is $339,663 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $323,776 to $355,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI last sell?

159 Colfax St, Providence, RI last sold on Apr 15, 2003 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI?

159 Colfax St, Providence, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,347 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI built?

159 Colfax St, Providence, RI was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI?

159 Colfax St, Providence, RI is assigned to Roger Williams Middle School (middle), rated D; Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods (elementary), rated D-; W B Cooley & Academy Internationa (high), rated D-. All sit in Providence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI compare to other homes in Providence 02905?

Among the 5,713 homes in Providence 02905, it is worth more than 12% of them ($339,663 against a typical $424,640), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($252 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,347 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1930 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 11% 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 Colfax St, Providence, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Colfax St, Providence, RI was $2,664. The county assessed it at $317,200.

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