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$550,813$303 / 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 82How 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

253 CENTRAL AVE

NORTH SCITUATE, RI 02857
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,820 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.
2.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$551K
$454K low$648K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,937 (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.$284,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,700

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
94
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.07
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
North Scituate SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Scituate Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Scituate High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Scituate School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02857These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,267
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

253 Central 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.

  • Worth more than 74% of homes in Providence County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Providence County

What homes are worth in North Scituate 02857

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

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$317K$960K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in North Scituate 02857.

How it measures up in North Scituate 02857

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Scituate 02857.

Estimated value$550,813
CheaperTypical $524,890Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$303
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,820 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,862 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2.07 ac
SmallerTypical 1.87 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 253 Central Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Scituate 02857Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$550,81358% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30356% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,820 ft²48% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.07 ac55% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than196236% of homes60% of homes

About 253 Central Ave

How much is 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI is $550,813 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $453,778 to $647,848. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI last sell?

253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,820 square feet of living space and a 2.07-acre lot.

When was 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI built?

253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI is assigned to North Scituate School (elementary), rated C+; Scituate Middle School (middle), rated B; Scituate High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Scituate School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI compare to other homes in North Scituate 02857?

Among the 3,169 homes in North Scituate 02857, it is worth more than 58% of them ($550,813 against a typical $524,890), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($303 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,820 ft² against a typical 1,862 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (2.07 ac against a typical 1.87 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1962 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 74% 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 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Central Ave, North Scituate, RI was $4,937. The county assessed it at $284,900.

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