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$519,000$481 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Aug 22, 1996

42 CHARLES AVE

CHARLESTOWN, RI 02813
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 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.
0.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$519K
$471K low$567K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Aug 22, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,020 (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.$340,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$488,373

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.9
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.
29
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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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(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.

M
Chariho Regional Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.5 mi
H
Chariho High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
E
Charlestown Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 5.6 mi

District: Chariho Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02813These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
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.8,123
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.190 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,389
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

42 Charles 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 less than 80% of homes in Charlestown 02813
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Charlestown 02813

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

This home
$276K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Charlestown 02813.

How it measures up in Charlestown 02813

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlestown 02813.

Estimated value$519,000
CheaperTypical $745,780Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$481
CheaperTypical $464Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 0.91 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 42 Charles Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharlestown 02813Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$519,00020% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48153% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²25% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 ac51% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197839% of homes49% of homes

About 42 Charles Ave

How much is 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI is $519,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $470,672 to $567,328. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI last sell?

42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI last sold on Aug 22, 1996 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI?

42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI built?

42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI?

42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI is assigned to Chariho Regional Middle School (middle), rated B+; Chariho High School (high), rated A; Charlestown Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Chariho Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI compare to other homes in Charlestown 02813?

Among the 5,227 homes in Charlestown 02813, it is worth more than 20% of them ($519,000 against a typical $745,780), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($481 against a typical $464), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 0.91 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1978 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 26% 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 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Charles Ave, Charlestown, RI was $2,020. The county assessed it at $340,600.

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