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$890,962$1,435 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $200,000 on Apr 7, 2006

2 ERNEST ST

NEWPORT, RI 02840
2
Beds
1
Baths
621 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$891K
$819K low$963K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Apr 7, 2006
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.$890,962
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$712,770

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,937 (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.$683,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$518,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,200

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.

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.Bungalow
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Rogers High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Claiborne Pell Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.9 mi

District: Newport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02840These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.82%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,137
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,578
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,528
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%

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

2 Ernest 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Newport County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Newport 02840
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Newport 02840
  • Older than 74% of homes in Newport County

What homes are worth in Newport 02840

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

This home
$344K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Newport 02840.

How it measures up in Newport 02840

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 02840.

Estimated value$890,962
CheaperTypical $935,973Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1435
CheaperTypical $655Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area621 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 2 Ernest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 02840Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$890,96245% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$143597% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than621 ft²2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac76% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than193561% of homes26% of homes

About 2 Ernest St

How much is 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI is $890,962 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $818,878 to $963,046. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI last sell?

2 Ernest St, Newport, RI last sold on Apr 7, 2006 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

2 Ernest St, Newport, RI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 621 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI built?

2 Ernest St, Newport, RI was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

2 Ernest St, Newport, RI is assigned to Rogers High School (high), rated C; Frank E. Thompson Middle School (middle), rated D+; Claiborne Pell Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Newport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI compare to other homes in Newport 02840?

Among the 8,542 homes in Newport 02840, it is worth more than 45% of them ($890,962 against a typical $935,973), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($1435 against a typical $655), it is bigger than 2% of them (621 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1935 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 59% 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 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2 Ernest St, Newport, RI was $5,937. The county assessed it at $683,300.

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