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$2,929,550$994 / 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 64How 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

42 WASHINGTON RD

LITTLE COMPTON, RI 02837
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,947 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.
2.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.9M
$1.9M low$4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,664 (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.$4,522,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,018,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$503,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,937,900

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.52
77
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.55
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Wilbur and McMahon SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.0 mi

District: Little Compton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02837These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.68%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.9%
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.3,482
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.110 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,456
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$221,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

42 Washington Rd 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 96% of homes in Newport County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Newport County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Newport County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Newport County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Little Compton 02837

What homes are worth in Little Compton 02837

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

This home
$454K$4.7M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Little Compton 02837.

How it measures up in Little Compton 02837

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Little Compton 02837.

Estimated value$2,929,550
CheaperTypical $1,029,760Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$994
CheaperTypical $554Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,947 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,948 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size2.55 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 42 Washington Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle Compton 02837Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,929,55091% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$99486% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than2,947 ft²84% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.55 ac73% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than195529% of homes39% of homes

About 42 Washington Rd

How much is 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI is $2,929,550 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,876,528 to $3,982,572. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI last sell?

42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI?

42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,947 square feet of living space and a 2.55-acre lot.

When was 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI built?

42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI?

42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI is assigned to Wilbur and McMahon School (elementary), rated A-; Portsmouth High School (high), rated A. All sit in Little Compton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI compare to other homes in Little Compton 02837?

Among the 2,334 homes in Little Compton 02837, it is worth more than 91% of them ($2,929,550 against a typical $1,029,760), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($994 against a typical $554), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,947 ft² against a typical 1,948 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2.55 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1955 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 96% 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 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Washington Rd, Little Compton, RI was $21,664. The county assessed it at $4,522,800.

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