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$395,820$397 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Jun 5, 2006

5 MERRITT AVE

TIVERTON, RI 02878
3
Beds
1
Baths
996 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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

$396K
$370K low$421K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Jun 5, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,619 (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.$327,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$209,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.Ranch
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(5)

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
Pocasset Elementary schoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
H
Tiverton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Tiverton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Tiverton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02878These 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.74
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 100.60

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.92%
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.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.442 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,684
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,717
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

5 Merritt 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 93% of homes in Newport County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Newport County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Tiverton 02878

What homes are worth in Tiverton 02878

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

This home
$275K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Tiverton 02878.

How it measures up in Tiverton 02878

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tiverton 02878.

Estimated value$395,820
CheaperTypical $535,797Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area996 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 5 Merritt Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTiverton 02878Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,82019% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39766% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than996 ft²13% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac46% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than196239% of homes47% of homes

About 5 Merritt Ave

How much is 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI is $395,820 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $370,471 to $421,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI last sell?

5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI last sold on Jun 5, 2006 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI?

5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 996 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI built?

5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI?

5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI is assigned to Pocasset Elementary school (elementary), rated B-; Tiverton High School (high), rated A-; Tiverton Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Tiverton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI compare to other homes in Tiverton 02878?

Among the 6,584 homes in Tiverton 02878, it is worth more than 19% of them ($395,820 against a typical $535,797), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($397 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 13% of them (996 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1962 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 7% 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 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Merritt Ave, Tiverton, RI was $3,619. The county assessed it at $327,500.

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