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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,068,268$520 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

538 W MAIN RD

LITTLE COMPTON, RI 02837
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,053 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.
1.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$1.1M
$969K low$1.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,233 (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.$883,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$538,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$345,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$664,000

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
88
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.Colonial
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.32
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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 · 1.2 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 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

538 W Main 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 70% of homes in Newport County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Newport County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Newport County
  • Older than 87% 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
$477K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 53% 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$1,068,268
CheaperTypical $1,035,950Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$520
CheaperTypical $552Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,053 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,944 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size1.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 538 W Main Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLittle Compton 02837Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,068,26853% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52042% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,053 ft²56% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.32 ac41% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than192913% of homes22% of homes

About 538 W Main Rd

How much is 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI is $1,068,268 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $968,999 to $1,167,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI last sell?

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

How big is 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI?

538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,053 square feet of living space and a 1.32-acre lot.

When was 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI built?

538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI?

538 W Main 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 538 W Main 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 53% of them ($1,068,268 against a typical $1,035,950), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($520 against a typical $552), it is bigger than 56% of them (2,053 ft² against a typical 1,944 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (1.32 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1929 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 70% 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 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI was $4,233. The county assessed it at $883,700.

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