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$440,956$404 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

38 BALCOM RD

FOSTER, RI 02825
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
4.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$441K
$408K low$474K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,011 (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.$279,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$127,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$152,200

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.Ranch
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.60
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
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(2)

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
Capt. Isaac Paine Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Ponaganset High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi
M
Ponaganset Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi

District: Foster Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02825These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,323
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.94 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,905
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,204
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

38 Balcom Rd 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 less than 79% of homes in Foster 02825
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Foster 02825
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Foster 02825
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Providence County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Providence County

What homes are worth in Foster 02825

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

This home
$318K$958K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Foster 02825.

How it measures up in Foster 02825

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Foster 02825.

Estimated value$440,956
CheaperTypical $542,144Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$404
CheaperTypical $315Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,736 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size4.6 ac
SmallerTypical 5.05 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 38 Balcom Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFoster 02825Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,95621% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40487% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²11% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.6 ac38% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than197646% of homes72% of homes

About 38 Balcom Rd

How much is 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI is $440,956 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $407,728 to $474,184. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI last sell?

38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI?

38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 4.60-acre lot.

When was 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI built?

38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI?

38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI is assigned to Capt. Isaac Paine Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Ponaganset High School (high), rated A-; Ponaganset Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Foster Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI compare to other homes in Foster 02825?

Among the 2,044 homes in Foster 02825, it is worth more than 21% of them ($440,956 against a typical $542,144), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($404 against a typical $315), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,736 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (4.6 ac against a typical 5.05 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1976 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 48% 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 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Balcom Rd, Foster, RI was $6,011. The county assessed it at $279,300.

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