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Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $1,200,000 on May 8, 2025

979 SPRING ST

BLOCK ISLAND, RI 02807
1
Beds
1
Baths
768 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.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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.$1,200,000 · May 8, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,326 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,017,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$755,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$262,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$626,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,199,818

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWASHINGTON
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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(1)

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
Block Island SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.3 mi

District: New Shoreham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02807These 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.179
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.37%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

979 Spring St 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.

  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Washington County

How it measures up in Block Island 02807

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Block Island 02807.

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.85 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 979 Spring St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlock Island 02807Washington County
Living areabigger than768 ft²7% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac34% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than197439% of homes44% of homes

About 979 Spring St

When did 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI last sell?

979 Spring St, Block Island, RI last sold on May 8, 2025 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI?

979 Spring St, Block Island, RI has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI built?

979 Spring St, Block Island, RI was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI?

979 Spring St, Block Island, RI is assigned to Block Island School (elementary), rated B. All sit in New Shoreham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI compare to other homes in Block Island 02807?

Among the 1,500 homes in Block Island 02807, it is bigger than 7% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.85 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1974 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 979 Spring St, Block Island, RI was $4,326. The county assessed it at $1,017,900.

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