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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $425,000 on Apr 25, 2024

237 STERLING AVE

PROVIDENCE, RI 02909
4
Beds
2
Baths
894 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$425,000 · Apr 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,901 (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.$384,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$137,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$345,600

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.
0
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.
87
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.
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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(12)

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
Webster Avenue SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Governor Christopher DelsestoD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 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

237 Sterling 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.

  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Silver Lake
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Providence County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Silver Lake

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 area894 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,862 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 237 Sterling Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSilver LakeProvidence 02909Providence County
Living areabigger than894 ft²3% of homes5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac60% of homes59% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than197286% of homes80% of homes69% of homes

About 237 Sterling Ave

When did 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI last sell?

237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI last sold on Apr 25, 2024 for $425,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 10 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI?

237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 894 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI built?

237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI?

237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI is assigned to Webster Avenue School (elementary), rated F; Governor Christopher Delsesto (middle), rated D+; Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School (high). All sit in Providence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI compare to other homes in Providence 02909?

Among the 7,032 homes in Providence 02909, it is bigger than 5% of them (894 ft² against a typical 1,862 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1972 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 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 237 Sterling Ave, Providence, RI was $2,901. The county assessed it at $384,300.

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