Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)Residential
Last sold for $695,000 on Sep 24, 2001
281 SPRING ST
BLOCK ISLAND, RI 02807
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,485 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.
1.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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.$695,000 · Sep 24, 2001
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,138 (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.$1,412,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$738,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$674,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,421,900
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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
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.Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.85
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
District: New Shoreham School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02807These 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.179
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46
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.37%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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
281 Spring 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.
- Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Washington County
- Older than 97% of homes in Washington County
How it measures up in Block Island 02807
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Block Island 02807.
Living area1,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 37% of homes nearby
Lot size1.85 ac
SmallerTypical 1.85 acBigger
Bigger than 50% of homes nearby
Year built1880
OlderTypical 1983Newer
Newer than 8% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Block Island 02807 | Washington County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,485 ft² | 37% of homes | 41% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1.85 ac | 50% of homes | 83% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1880 | 8% of homes | 3% of homes |
About 281 Spring St
When did 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI last sell?
281 Spring St, Block Island, RI last sold on Sep 24, 2001 for $695,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI?
281 Spring St, Block Island, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,485 square feet of living space and a 1.85-acre lot.
When was 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI built?
281 Spring St, Block Island, RI was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI?
281 Spring St, Block Island, RI is assigned to Block Island School (elementary), rated B. All sit in New Shoreham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI compare to other homes in Block Island 02807?
Among the 1,500 homes in Block Island 02807, it is bigger than 37% of them (1,485 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1.85 ac against a typical 1.85 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1880 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI?
The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Spring St, Block Island, RI was $8,138. The county assessed it at $1,412,800.
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