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$429,209$362 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $190,000 on Jan 15, 2008

38 SOWAMS DR

BRISTOL, RI 02809
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,185 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$429K
$390K low$469K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Jan 15, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,792 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$293,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$138,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$293,600

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.35
1
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.
88
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.Cape Cod
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
Mt. Hope High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Rockwell Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Kickemuit Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Bristol-Warren Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02809These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,069
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,012 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,716
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

38 Sowams Dr 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 90% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Bristol County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Bristol 02809
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Bristol County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Bristol 02809

What homes are worth in Bristol 02809

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

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$333K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Bristol 02809.

How it measures up in Bristol 02809

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bristol 02809.

Estimated value$429,209
CheaperTypical $605,044Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $366Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,185 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,790 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 38 Sowams Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBristol 02809Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$429,20911% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36248% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,185 ft²17% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac33% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195031% of homes37% of homes

About 38 Sowams Dr

How much is 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI is $429,209 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $389,619 to $468,799. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI last sell?

38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI last sold on Jan 15, 2008 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI?

38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,185 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI built?

38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI?

38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI is assigned to Mt. Hope High School (high), rated A+; Rockwell Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Kickemuit Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bristol-Warren Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI compare to other homes in Bristol 02809?

Among the 7,252 homes in Bristol 02809, it is worth more than 11% of them ($429,209 against a typical $605,044), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($362 against a typical $366), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,185 ft² against a typical 1,790 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1950 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 10% 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 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38 Sowams Dr, Bristol, RI was $4,792. The county assessed it at $293,600.

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