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$435,205$344 / 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 96How 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 $185,000 on Mar 22, 2016

256 RIVER AVE

PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,264 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.
3,715 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$435K
$419K low$451K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Mar 22, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,145 (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.$493,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$159,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$334,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$364,700

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.Raised Ranch
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Nathanael Greene Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Mount Pleasant High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Providence School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02908These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,491
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,050 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,229
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,273
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

256 River 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Providence 02908
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Providence 02908
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Providence County
  • Among the newest homes in Elmhurst

What homes are worth in Providence 02908

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

This home
$266K$619K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Providence 02908.

How it measures up in Providence 02908

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Providence 02908.

Estimated value$435,205
CheaperTypical $406,193Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,264 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size3,715 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 256 River Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElmhurstProvidence 02908Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,20550% of homes64% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34467% of homes71% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,264 ft²27% of homes25% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,715 ft²13% of homes29% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than2007almost all homes97% of homes96% of homes

About 256 River Ave

How much is 256 River Ave, Providence, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 River Ave, Providence, RI is $435,205 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $419,046 to $451,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 River Ave, Providence, RI last sell?

256 River Ave, Providence, RI last sold on Mar 22, 2016 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 River Ave, Providence, RI?

256 River Ave, Providence, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,264 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 256 River Ave, Providence, RI built?

256 River Ave, Providence, RI was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 River Ave, Providence, RI?

256 River Ave, Providence, RI is assigned to Nathanael Greene Middle School (middle), rated C+; Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Mount Pleasant High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Providence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 River Ave, Providence, RI compare to other homes in Providence 02908?

Among the 8,071 homes in Providence 02908, it is worth more than 64% of them ($435,205 against a typical $406,193), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($344 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,264 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (3,715 ft² against a typical 4,182 ft²) and it is newer than 97% of them (2007 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 46% 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 256 River Ave, Providence, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 River Ave, Providence, RI was $4,145. The county assessed it at $493,400.

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