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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$3,500,751$1,060 / 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 $1,750,000 on May 17, 2019

78 WHITTIER RD

JAMESTOWN, RI 02835
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,302 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.5M
$3.3M low$3.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,750,000 · May 17, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,288 (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.$3,065,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,444,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,620,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,410,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,290,150

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.Cottage
CountyNEWPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.59
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
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(7)

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
Lawn Avenue SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Melrose Avenue SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
H
North Kingstown High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Jamestown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02835These 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.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.349 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

78 Whittier 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 97% of homes in Newport County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Newport County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Newport County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Newport County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Jamestown 02835

What homes are worth in Jamestown 02835

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

This home
$556K$6.5M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Jamestown 02835.

How it measures up in Jamestown 02835

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jamestown 02835.

Estimated value$3,500,751
CheaperTypical $1,170,361Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1060
CheaperTypical $671Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area3,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,856 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 78 Whittier Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJamestown 02835Newport County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,500,75192% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$106087% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than3,302 ft²87% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac67% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196635% of homes51% of homes

About 78 Whittier Rd

How much is 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI is $3,500,751 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,289,866 to $3,711,636. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI last sell?

78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI last sold on May 17, 2019 for $1,750,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI?

78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,302 square feet of living space and a 0.59-acre lot.

When was 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI built?

78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI?

78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI is assigned to Lawn Avenue School (middle), rated A+; Melrose Avenue School (elementary), rated A+; North Kingstown High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Jamestown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI compare to other homes in Jamestown 02835?

Among the 2,918 homes in Jamestown 02835, it is worth more than 92% of them ($3,500,751 against a typical $1,170,361), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($1060 against a typical $671), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,302 ft² against a typical 1,856 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1966 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Newport County, it is worth more than 97% 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 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Whittier Rd, Jamestown, RI was $17,288. The county assessed it at $3,065,300.

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