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$850,000$510 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $585,000 on Aug 16, 2022

172 BROAD ROCK RD

WAKEFIELD, RI 02879
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,666 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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.

Valuation

$850K
$792K low$908K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · Aug 16, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,124 (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.$461,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$170,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$290,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$380,000

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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(8)

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.

H
South Kingstown High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Peace Dale SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi

District: South Kingstown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02879These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,537
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.480 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,461
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,549
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%

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How this home compares

172 Broad Rock Rd 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 70% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Wakefield 02879

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

This home
$357K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Wakefield 02879.

How it measures up in Wakefield 02879

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wakefield 02879.

Estimated value$850,000
CheaperTypical $726,224Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$510
CheaperTypical $447Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 172 Broad Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWakefield 02879Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$850,00069% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51067% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,666 ft²55% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac44% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than197038% of homes39% of homes

About 172 Broad Rock Rd

How much is 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI is $850,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $792,023 to $907,977. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI last sell?

172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI last sold on Aug 16, 2022 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI?

172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,666 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI built?

172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI?

172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI is assigned to South Kingstown High School (high), rated A-; Peace Dale School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in South Kingstown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI compare to other homes in Wakefield 02879?

Among the 10,547 homes in Wakefield 02879, it is worth more than 69% of them ($850,000 against a typical $726,224), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($510 against a typical $447), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,666 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1970 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 70% 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 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 172 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI was $4,124. The county assessed it at $461,300.

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