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$457,885$283 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $280,000 on May 4, 2020

42 RUTH AVE

RUMFORD, RI 02916
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,619 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$458K
$429K low$487K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · May 4, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,113 (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.$467,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$310,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$369,700

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.Conventional
CountyPROVIDENCE
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.

E
Francis SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
East Providence High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Edward R. Martin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: East Providence School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02916These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.7,060
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,412 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,124
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,817
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 Ruth 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Providence County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Rumford 02916

What homes are worth in Rumford 02916

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

This home
$326K$996K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Rumford 02916.

How it measures up in Rumford 02916

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rumford 02916.

Estimated value$457,885
CheaperTypical $474,961Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$283
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,619 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 42 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRumford 02916Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$457,88544% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28333% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,619 ft²47% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac47% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than18964% of homes5% of homes

About 42 Ruth Ave

How much is 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI is $457,885 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,184 to $486,586. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI last sell?

42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI last sold on May 4, 2020 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI?

42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,619 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI built?

42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI?

42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI is assigned to Francis School (elementary), rated A-; East Providence High School (high), rated C; Edward R. Martin Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in East Providence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI compare to other homes in Rumford 02916?

Among the 2,940 homes in Rumford 02916, it is worth more than 44% of them ($457,885 against a typical $474,961), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($283 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,619 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1896 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 53% 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 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Ruth Ave, Rumford, RI was $6,113. The county assessed it at $467,700.

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