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$931,504$453 / 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 83How 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

248 WATER ST

PORTSMOUTH, RI 02871
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,055 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.
0.27 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.
1
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

$932K
$774K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,204 (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.$617,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$377,400

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.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.Split Level
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(4)

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
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Hathaway Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.3 mi

District: Portsmouth School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02871These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,919
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.620 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,631
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,136
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

248 Water 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 more than 71% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Newport County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Portsmouth 02871

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 02871

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

This home
$258K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Portsmouth 02871.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 02871

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 02871.

Estimated value$931,504
CheaperTypical $720,086Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$453
CheaperTypical $441Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,055 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 248 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 02871Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$931,50471% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45355% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,055 ft²66% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac33% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than197043% of homes55% of homes

About 248 Water St

How much is 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI is $931,504 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $774,416 to $1,088,592. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI last sell?

248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,055 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI built?

248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI is assigned to Portsmouth High School (high), rated A+; Hathaway Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Portsmouth Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Portsmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI compare to other homes in Portsmouth 02871?

Among the 7,733 homes in Portsmouth 02871, it is worth more than 71% of them ($931,504 against a typical $720,086), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($453 against a typical $441), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,055 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1970 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 62% 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 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 248 Water St, Portsmouth, RI was $8,204. The county assessed it at $617,800.

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