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$1,080,011$622 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $630,000 on May 20, 2015

297 WATER ST

PORTSMOUTH, RI 02871
Building report
2
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,736 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.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.1M
$943K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$630,000 · May 20, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,487 (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.$639,100 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$639,100

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.50
77
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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyNEWPORT
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(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.

H
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Hathaway Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.4 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

297 Water 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.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Newer than 67% 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
$286K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 79% 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$1,080,011
CheaperTypical $721,653Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$622
CheaperTypical $444Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 297 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 02871Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,080,01179% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$62289% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,736 ft²55% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than198259% of homes67% of homes

About 297 Water St

How much is 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI is $1,080,011 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $942,748 to $1,217,274. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI last sell?

297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI last sold on May 20, 2015 for $630,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI has 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 1,736 square feet of living space.

When was 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI built?

297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI is assigned to Portsmouth High School (high), rated A+; Hathaway Elementary School (elementary), 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 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI compare to other homes in Portsmouth 02871?

Among the 7,733 homes in Portsmouth 02871, it is worth more than 79% of them ($1,080,011 against a typical $721,653), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($622 against a typical $444), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,736 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1982 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 70% 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 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 297 Water St, Portsmouth, RI was $8,487. The county assessed it at $639,100.

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