The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02857 sells for about $545,701, or $245 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,548 a month.
ZIP 02857 — Scituate
The 02857 housing market remains stable, characterized by low inventory and high demand for large-lot, single-family homes. Prices have seen moderate year-over-year growth, driven by the area's rural appeal and limited new construction. Most data points are sourced from local real estate trends and census profiles, though specific monthly sales counts are estimated based on regional activity.
This ZIP is best suited for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with large lot sizes who are willing to commute to the Providence employment core.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.7% · poverty 5.0% — 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 7.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 02857, Providence County RI
North Scituate is a rural, low-density community with crime rates significantly lower than the Rhode Island state average and national benchmarks.
Schools serving the area are part of the Scituate School District, which is generally regarded for its small class sizes and strong community-focused academic environment.
The area is characterized by significant woodland coverage, presenting a moderate wildfire risk, while low-lying areas near the Scituate Reservoir are subject to specific flood-plain management regulations.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the Providence metro area, with development primarily focused on low-density residential expansion and preservation of rural character.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by the Town of Scituate, which utilizes a homestead exemption for owner-occupied primary residences.
Commuting to Providence typically requires a 25-35 minute drive via US-6, as there is limited public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
The area is defined by the Scituate Reservoir, offering extensive protected green space, hiking trails, and rural scenic beauty, with local shopping concentrated along Hartford Pike.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting mostly of single-family home rentals with low vacancy pressure and minimal short-term rental activity.
The local economy is largely residential, with residents primarily commuting to Providence for employment in healthcare, education, and government sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US-6 serving as the primary arterial corridor connecting the area to the Providence metro.
Development is strictly managed by town zoning to preserve the rural, low-density character of the reservoir watershed.
The Town of Scituate Assessor manages property valuations, with periodic revaluations conducted to align with market trends.
Parcels are subject to Scituate town taxes and the Scituate School District, with no major MUD/PID districts present.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners in wooded areas may face higher rates due to wildfire risk assessments.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 02857 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- United Skates of America4.314.8 mi
- R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar4.612.9 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.211.7 mi
- Wide World of Indoor Sports4.412.6 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.114.7 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.411.6 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.411.7 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.7 mi
- Providence Performing Arts Center4.811.9 mi
- Wright's Farm4.411.6 mi
- Bally's Lincoln3.911.1 mi
- Roger Williams Park Zoo4.612 mi
- RISD Museum4.712.1 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.612.1 mi
- Apple Cinemas Warwick Mall4.311.1 mi
- RISD Museum4.712.1 mi
- Providence Children's Museum4.612.1 mi
- The Providence Athenaeum4.812.2 mi
- The WaterFire Arts Center4.710.9 mi
- Wickford Village4.719.8 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.612.1 mi
- Roger Williams Park4.712.2 mi
- Logee's Plants for Home & Garden4.512.3 mi
- Prospect Terrace4.712.2 mi
- Roger Williams Park Botanical Center4.712.4 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.416.1 mi
- Point Breeze4.217.9 mi
- East Providence Yacht Club4.313.2 mi
- Rhode Island Yacht Club4.613.7 mi
- Fairwinds Marina4.615.7 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.7 mi
- Kirkbrae Country Club4.612.8 mi
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course4.29.5 mi
- Button Hole4.69.2 mi
- Melody Hill Golf Club4.14.8 mi
- Providence Place4.411.7 mi
- Warwick Mall4.310.8 mi
- Garden City Center4.610.4 mi
- Shaw's4.210.4 mi
- Burlington4.310.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive protected water supply area that defines the local landscape and limits development.
Known for scenic rural roads and access to local woodland trails.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).