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Last sold for $400,000 on Aug 25, 2006

891 WAPPING RD

PORTSMOUTH, RI 02871
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,943 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Aug 25, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,777 (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.$886,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$229,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$657,000

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
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.
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.1.00
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

Transaction History(4)

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
Portsmouth Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.7 mi
E
Melville Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 4.0 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Portsmouth School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02871These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
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.89%
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.5.0%
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.16,919
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.620 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,631
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,136
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

891 Wapping 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.

  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Portsmouth 02871
  • Among the newest homes in Newport County

How it measures up in Portsmouth 02871

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 02871.

Living area2,943 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 891 Wapping Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 02871Newport County
Living areabigger than2,943 ft²90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac91% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 891 Wapping Rd

When did 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI last sell?

891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI last sold on Aug 25, 2006 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI?

891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,943 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI built?

891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI?

891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI is assigned to Portsmouth Middle School (middle), rated A; Melville Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Portsmouth High School (high), rated A. All sit in Portsmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI compare to other homes in Portsmouth 02871?

Among the 7,733 homes in Portsmouth 02871, it is bigger than 90% of them (2,943 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 891 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth, RI was $11,777. The county assessed it at $886,800.

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