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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $49,900 on Oct 29, 2010

272 COWDEN ST

CENTRAL FALLS, RI 02863
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,360 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,900 · Oct 29, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,008 (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.$454,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$102,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$351,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$267,900

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.9
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.
44
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Veterans Memorial Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Calcutt Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Central Falls Sr High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Central Falls School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02863These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,865
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,839 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,345
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,265
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

272 Cowden 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.

  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Providence County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Providence County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Providence County

How it measures up in Central Falls 02863

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Central Falls 02863.

Living area3,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 272 Cowden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral Falls 02863Providence County
Living areabigger than3,360 ft²74% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac28% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than18907% of homes5% of homes

About 272 Cowden St

When did 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI last sell?

272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI last sold on Oct 29, 2010 for $49,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI?

272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,360 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI built?

272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI?

272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI is assigned to Veterans Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Calcutt Middle School (middle), rated C-; Central Falls Sr High School (high), rated F. All sit in Central Falls School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI compare to other homes in Central Falls 02863?

Among the 2,411 homes in Central Falls 02863, it is bigger than 74% of them (3,360 ft² against a typical 2,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1890 against a typical 1900). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 272 Cowden St, Central Falls, RI was $6,008. The county assessed it at $454,800.

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