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$1,786,431$463 / 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 87How 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

257 KING CHARLES DR

PORTSMOUTH, RI 02871
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,855 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.
1.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.6M low$2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,475 (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.$1,165,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$347,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$818,300

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
89
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.Colonial
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.09
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
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(1)

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
Melville Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.8 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

257 King Charles Dr 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 95% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Newport County

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
$276K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 95% 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$1,786,431
CheaperTypical $719,844Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$463
CheaperTypical $443Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area3,855 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size1.09 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 257 King Charles Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 02871Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,786,43195% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46358% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than3,855 ft²97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.09 ac92% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201594% of homes96% of homes

About 257 King Charles Dr

How much is 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI is $1,786,431 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,556,947 to $2,015,915. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI last sell?

257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI?

257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,855 square feet of living space and a 1.09-acre lot.

When was 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI built?

257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI?

257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI is assigned to Melville Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Portsmouth High School (high), 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 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI compare to other homes in Portsmouth 02871?

Among the 7,733 homes in Portsmouth 02871, it is worth more than 95% of them ($1,786,431 against a typical $719,844), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($463 against a typical $443), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,855 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.09 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2015 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 89% 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 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, RI was $15,475. The county assessed it at $1,165,300.

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