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$1,471,288$501 / 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 90How 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 $655,000 on Apr 14, 2017

298 PROSPECT AVE

MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,937 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$655,000 · Apr 14, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,704 (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.$907,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$448,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$459,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,263,614

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
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.
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.0.71
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Yes
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(3)

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
Aquidneck SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.2 mi
H
Middletown High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Gaudet Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Middletown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02842These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.16,575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,075 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,875
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,690
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

298 Prospect Ave 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 87% of homes in Middletown 02842
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Middletown 02842
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Middletown 02842
  • Older than 93% of homes in Middletown 02842

What homes are worth in Middletown 02842

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

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$414K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Middletown 02842.

How it measures up in Middletown 02842

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Middletown 02842.

Estimated value$1,471,288
CheaperTypical $754,047Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,937 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 298 Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMiddletown 02842Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,471,28887% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50156% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than2,937 ft²90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac76% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than19257% of homes22% of homes

About 298 Prospect Ave

How much is 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI is $1,471,288 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,321,079 to $1,621,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI last sell?

298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI last sold on Apr 14, 2017 for $655,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI?

298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,937 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI built?

298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI?

298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI is assigned to Aquidneck School (elementary), rated A-; Middletown High School (high), rated B-; Gaudet Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Middletown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI compare to other homes in Middletown 02842?

Among the 5,354 homes in Middletown 02842, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,471,288 against a typical $754,047), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($501 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,937 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1925 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 84% 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 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 298 Prospect Ave, Middletown, RI was $10,704. The county assessed it at $907,900.

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