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$570,186$540 / 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 90How 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 $320,000 on Nov 20, 2015

253 LONG HWY

LITTLE COMPTON, RI 02837
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,056 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.
1.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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

$570K
$515K low$625K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Nov 20, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,997 (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.$417,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$218,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$353,600

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.37
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.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.

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.Ranch
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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(2)

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
Wilbur and McMahon SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Little Compton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02837These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.68%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.9%
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.3,482
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.110 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,456
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$221,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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%

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How this home compares

253 Long Hwy 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 less than 91% of homes in Little Compton 02837
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Little Compton 02837
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Newport County

What homes are worth in Little Compton 02837

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

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$449K$4.8M

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Little Compton 02837.

How it measures up in Little Compton 02837

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Little Compton 02837.

Estimated value$570,186
CheaperTypical $974,978Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$540
CheaperTypical $519Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,945 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 253 Long Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle Compton 02837Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$570,1869% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54055% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²13% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.19 ac38% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196841% of homes52% of homes

About 253 Long Hwy

How much is 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI is $570,186 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $515,406 to $624,966. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI last sell?

253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI last sold on Nov 20, 2015 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI?

253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 1.19-acre lot.

When was 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI built?

253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI?

253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI is assigned to Wilbur and McMahon School (elementary), rated A-; Portsmouth High School (high), rated A. All sit in Little Compton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI compare to other homes in Little Compton 02837?

Among the 2,334 homes in Little Compton 02837, it is worth more than 9% of them ($570,186 against a typical $974,978), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($540 against a typical $519), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,945 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (1.19 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1968 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 26% 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 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI was $1,997. The county assessed it at $417,000.

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