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$729,566$472 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $640,000 on Jan 31, 2025

296 HIGH ST

WAKEFIELD, RI 02879
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,546 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.
0.25 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$730K
$619K low$840K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$640,000 · Jan 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,737 (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.$418,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$154,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$266,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$614,303

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.Single Family Residence
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.0.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

H
South Kingstown High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: South Kingstown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02879These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.20,537
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.480 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,461
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,549
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

296 High 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Wakefield 02879

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

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$357K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Wakefield 02879.

How it measures up in Wakefield 02879

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wakefield 02879.

Estimated value$729,566
CheaperTypical $725,972Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$472
CheaperTypical $445Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,546 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 296 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWakefield 02879Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$729,56650% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47259% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,546 ft²49% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac27% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than18804% of homes3% of homes

About 296 High St

How much is 296 High St, Wakefield, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 High St, Wakefield, RI is $729,566 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $618,974 to $840,158. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 High St, Wakefield, RI last sell?

296 High St, Wakefield, RI last sold on Jan 31, 2025 for $640,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 296 High St, Wakefield, RI?

296 High St, Wakefield, RI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,546 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 296 High St, Wakefield, RI built?

296 High St, Wakefield, RI was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 296 High St, Wakefield, RI?

296 High St, Wakefield, RI is assigned to South Kingstown High School (high), rated A. All sit in South Kingstown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 High St, Wakefield, RI compare to other homes in Wakefield 02879?

Among the 10,547 homes in Wakefield 02879, it is worth more than 50% of them ($729,566 against a typical $725,972), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($472 against a typical $445), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,546 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 56% 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 296 High St, Wakefield, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 High St, Wakefield, RI was $3,737. The county assessed it at $418,000.

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