The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02878 sells for about $512,500, or $255 per square foot.
Prices are up +13.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,052 a month.
ZIP 02878 — Tiverton
The Tiverton housing market remains competitive with a median sale price of $512,500, reflecting a 13.9% year-over-year increase. Low inventory levels continue to drive price appreciation, though the market is showing signs of stabilization. Figures for property tax history and specific permit data were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a coastal, semi-rural lifestyle with proximity to larger employment centers in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Median prices moved up 13.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.6 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 5.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02878, Newport County RI
Tiverton schools are generally regarded as stable, serving the local community within the Tiverton School District.
The area faces standard coastal New England climate risks, including potential for wind and storm-related flooding in low-lying or waterfront zones.
Development is characterized by moderate residential growth and occasional subdivision opportunities, with limited large-scale commercial infrastructure expansion.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Rhode Island) — Local Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at full and fair cash value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local tax rate (mill rate). Municipalities may apply homestead exemptions or tax classifications (residential vs. commercial) as authorized by state law.
Commuters primarily utilize local routes to access employment hubs in Fall River, MA, and the broader Providence metro area.
The area features access to coastal waterfronts, local parks, and rural landscapes, with basic shopping and dining concentrated along Main Road.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of single-family homes and small multi-unit properties, with limited inventory and high demand for 2-bedroom units.
The local economy is supported by a mix of small businesses, retail, and services, with many residents commuting to larger regional employment centers.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with access to major regional highways facilitating commutes to Providence and Fall River.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and occasional subdivision of larger parcels.
The Newport County assessment regime is managed by municipal tax assessors following state-mandated valuation cycles.
Parcels are subject to Tiverton municipal taxes and the Tiverton School District levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal proximity and regional hazard exposure typical of Rhode Island.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
The federal school roster could not be retrieved on the last refresh — no list is shown rather than an unverified one. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- United Skates of America4.318.6 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.219 mi
- Funcity Adventure Park4.218.2 mi
- Funcity Trampoline Park Seekonk, MA4.214 mi
- Seekonk Grand Prix4.414.5 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.418.8 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.317.3 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.418.8 mi
- Providence Performing Arts Center4.818.5 mi
- Newport Vineyards4.28.5 mi
- The Breakers4.712.6 mi
- Colt State Park4.87.6 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.712.2 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.85.2 mi
- Newport Vineyards4.28.5 mi
- The Breakers4.712.6 mi
- RISD Museum4.718.6 mi
- Marble House4.713.3 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.85.2 mi
- The Elms4.712.5 mi
- Colt State Park4.87.6 mi
- Cliff Walk4.811.7 mi
- Rocky Point State Park4.711.2 mi
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum4.75.4 mi
- DNRT Parsons Reserve Trailhead4.89.2 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.712.2 mi
- The Cove | Restaurant & Marina4.35.9 mi
- Herreshoff Marine Museum4.76 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.412 mi
- New York Yacht Club Harbour Court4.713.2 mi
- Swansea Country Club4.410.8 mi
- Newport National Golf Club4.18.1 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.412 mi
- Green Valley Country Club4.36.8 mi
- Allendale Country Club4.310 mi
- Dartmouth Mall4.29.2 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.712.2 mi
- Burlington4.23.5 mi
- Anthony's Seafood4.59.6 mi
- Shaw's4.29.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A prominent local water feature providing recreational opportunities.
The primary commercial corridor featuring local businesses and services.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.