The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02885 sells for about $510,000, or $310 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,363 a month.
ZIP 02885 — Warren
The Tiverton housing market remains stable with a median price of $510,000, reflecting steady demand for coastal residential properties. Low inventory levels continue to support pricing, though the market is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations and coastal insurance costs. No ZIP-specific figures for price cuts or months of supply were available from public sources, so these are estimated based on regional trends.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and those seeking a coastal, quiet lifestyle who are willing to commute to nearby employment centers in Rhode Island or Massachusetts.
Median prices moved up 2.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 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 4.2% · poverty 9.7% — 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 6.7%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02878, Newport County RI
Tiverton generally reports low crime rates, consistent with its character as a quiet, coastal residential community, and compares favorably to regional averages in Rhode Island.
The area is served by the Tiverton School District, which is generally regarded as providing stable, community-focused public education with Tiverton High School as the primary anchor.
The geography faces coastal flood risks due to its proximity to the Sakonnet River and Narragansett Bay, necessitating flood insurance for many waterfront properties.
Economic momentum is driven by its appeal as a coastal residential destination for commuters and retirees, with limited large-scale commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by the Town of Tiverton, with rates determined by the annual budget process and local property valuations.
Commuters primarily utilize Route 24 to access employment hubs in Fall River, MA, and the Providence, RI metropolitan area.
The area features extensive access to the Sakonnet River for boating, local beaches, and various town parks and trails that support a coastal lifestyle.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and a mix of long-term residential rentals and seasonal coastal properties.
The local economy is largely service-oriented, supported by tourism, local retail, and its role as a residential base for professionals working in the broader Providence-Fall River region.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with Route 24 serving as the primary artery connecting the town to regional highway networks.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to preserve the town's rural and coastal character, with limited large-scale commercial projects.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and the Tiverton School District levy.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal hazard exposure, particularly for properties located within designated flood zones.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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 America4.310.5 mi
- R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar4.613.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.211 mi
- Funcity Adventure Park4.214.5 mi
- Funcity Trampoline Park Seekonk, MA4.25.9 mi
- The Xfinity Center4.218.8 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.410.9 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.410.8 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.5 mi
- Providence Performing Arts Center4.810.5 mi
- Roger Williams Park Zoo4.69.4 mi
- Colt State Park4.83.7 mi
- RISD Museum4.710.6 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.85.5 mi
- Showcase Cinemas Warwick4.412.9 mi
- The Breakers4.717.5 mi
- RISD Museum4.710.6 mi
- Marble House4.718.1 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.85.5 mi
- The Elms4.717.1 mi
- Colt State Park4.83.7 mi
- Roger Williams Park4.79.2 mi
- Goddard Memorial State Park4.610.2 mi
- Rocky Point State Park4.76 mi
- Slater Memorial Park4.611.3 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.716.5 mi
- The Cove | Restaurant & Marina4.35.2 mi
- Herreshoff Marine Museum4.74.1 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.47.1 mi
- New York Yacht Club Harbour Court4.717.5 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.5 mi
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course4.213 mi
- Swansea Country Club4.42.8 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.47.1 mi
- Hillside Country Club4.19.1 mi
- Providence Place4.411.1 mi
- Warwick Mall4.311.3 mi
- Garden City Center4.610.7 mi
- Burlington4.310.9 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods4.412.3 mi
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport4.48.7 mi
- Boston Skydive Center518.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides significant recreational boating and scenic value to the area.
Popular local park offering walking trails and open space.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).