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$734,605$236 / 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 93How 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 $725,000 on Jul 17, 2026

42 MECHANIC ST

NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI 02896
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,113 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.
0.76 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$735K
$681K low$788K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$725,000 · Jul 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,621 (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.$662,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$111,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$551,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$513,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$666,567

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.12
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.
44
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.Cape Cod
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.77
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.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
North Smithfield Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.3 mi
H
North Smitfield High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
E
North Smithfield Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.3 mi

District: North Smithfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02896These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,594
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.518 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,860
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,331
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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 Mechanic 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.

  • Worth more than 90% of homes in Providence County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Providence County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in North Smithfield 02896
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Providence County
  • Older than 70% of homes in North Smithfield 02896

What homes are worth in North Smithfield 02896

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

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$308K$968K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in North Smithfield 02896.

How it measures up in North Smithfield 02896

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Smithfield 02896.

Estimated value$734,605
CheaperTypical $513,012Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,113 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,671 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 42 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Smithfield 02896Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$734,60589% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23610% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than3,113 ft²95% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac44% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195030% of homes47% of homes

About 42 Mechanic St

How much is 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI is $734,605 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $681,147 to $788,063. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI last sell?

42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI last sold on Jul 17, 2026 for $725,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI?

42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,113 square feet of living space and a 0.77-acre lot.

When was 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI built?

42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI?

42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI is assigned to North Smithfield Middle School (middle), rated A-; North Smitfield High School (high), rated A; North Smithfield Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in North Smithfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI compare to other homes in North Smithfield 02896?

Among the 3,943 homes in North Smithfield 02896, it is worth more than 89% of them ($734,605 against a typical $513,012), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($236 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,113 ft² against a typical 1,671 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1950 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 90% 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 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Mechanic St, North Smithfield, RI was $7,621. The county assessed it at $662,700.

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