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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $285,000 on Apr 21, 2026

161 FORD ST

PROVIDENCE, RI 02909
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,176 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.
3,720 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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Jan 29, 2026.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Apr 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,291 (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.$435,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$211,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$224,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$377,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$424,909

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.6
1
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Asa Messer Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Roger Williams Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Providence School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02909These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,518
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,517
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

161 Ford 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.

  • Smaller than 87% of homes in West End
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Providence County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in West End

How it measures up in Providence 02909

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Providence 02909.

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 161 Ford St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndProvidence 02909Providence County
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²13% of homes22% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,720 ft²34% of homes31% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than193074% of homes62% of homes34% of homes

About 161 Ford St

When did 161 Ford St, Providence, RI last sell?

161 Ford St, Providence, RI last sold on Apr 21, 2026 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Ford St, Providence, RI?

161 Ford St, Providence, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 161 Ford St, Providence, RI built?

161 Ford St, Providence, RI was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Ford St, Providence, RI?

161 Ford St, Providence, RI is assigned to Asa Messer Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Central High School (high), rated D; Roger Williams Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Providence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Ford St, Providence, RI compare to other homes in Providence 02909?

Among the 7,032 homes in Providence 02909, it is bigger than 22% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (3,720 ft² against a typical 4,312 ft²) and it is newer than 62% of them (1930 against a typical 1930). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 161 Ford St, Providence, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Ford St, Providence, RI was $3,291. The county assessed it at $435,900.

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