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$945,123$1,644 / 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 78How 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

4 ERNEST ST

NEWPORT, RI 02840
2
Beds
1
Baths
575 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$945K
$734K low$1.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,272 (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.$606,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$507,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$735,706

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.
11
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.
79
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.Cottage
CountyNEWPORT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Rogers High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Claiborne Pell Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.9 mi

District: Newport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02840These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.23,137
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,578
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,528
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

4 Ernest 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.

  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newport County
  • Among the smallest homes in Newport County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Newport County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Newport County

What homes are worth in Newport 02840

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

This home
$376K$6.3M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Newport 02840.

How it measures up in Newport 02840

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 02840.

Estimated value$945,123
CheaperTypical $1,001,945Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1644
CheaperTypical $705Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area575 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,649 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 4 Ernest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewport 02840Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$945,12345% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$164498% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than575 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac63% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than193561% of homes26% of homes

About 4 Ernest St

How much is 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI is $945,123 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $734,388 to $1,155,858. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI last sell?

4 Ernest St, Newport, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

4 Ernest St, Newport, RI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 575 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI built?

4 Ernest St, Newport, RI was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

4 Ernest St, Newport, RI is assigned to Rogers High School (high), rated C+; Frank E. Thompson Middle School (middle), rated F; Claiborne Pell Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Newport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI compare to other homes in Newport 02840?

Among the 8,542 homes in Newport 02840, it is worth more than 45% of them ($945,123 against a typical $1,001,945), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($1644 against a typical $705), it is bigger than 2% of them (575 ft² against a typical 1,649 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1935 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 62% 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 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4 Ernest St, Newport, RI was $5,272. The county assessed it at $606,800.

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