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Off Market Dec 2022 for $863K

$1,050,888

•

1,131

sq ft

281 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 02878

About this home

You will love the spectacular sunsets in this beautiful 3-bedroom waterfront cottage with fantastic water views from just about every room. Open living room that sits over the water and features extra-large windows for a great westerly view of the water. Hardwood floors and newer windows throughout. Classic built-ins with wood details and a gas fireplace give this summer cottage a comfortable feel. The good size kitchen has roomy beautiful cabinetry, Viking stainless appliances, and butcher block countertops. Affordable gas heat with an on-demand heating/hot water furnace. This unique property is currently used as a short-term rental and is the ultimate turnkey property. It could be a great income-producing property or your own waterfront home. The furniture is also available. Located on a lightly traveled dead-end street. Great opportunity!

Single-familyProperty Type

1894Year Built

2,613 sq ftLot Size

$929Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Kevan Campbell • Hogan Associates Christie's

Bought with Bonni Koppelman • Residential Properties Ltd.

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•Source:RIS #1323603

Redfin Estimate

$1,050,888

$188K since sold in December 2022$6,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 132.5% higher than the average sale price ($452K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 13, 2026
$385,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,206 sq ft
75 Randolph Ave, Tiverton, RI 02878
SOLD FEB 10, 2026
$470,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,248 sq ft
214 Souza Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$435,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,001 sq ft
2 Birch St, Tiverton, RI 02878
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$550,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,420 sq ft
6 Miles Ave, Tiverton, RI 02878
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$420,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,350 sq ft
21 Summit Ave, Tiverton, RI 02878

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$345,482

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Market trends in 02878, RI

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$500K

$111 MoM

Avg. days on market

29d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

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NEW 26 HRS AGO
$2,295,000
2 beds2 baths3,002 sq ft
109 High Hill Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$499,900
3 beds2 baths1,948 sq ft
185 Hilton St, Tiverton, RI 02878
$525,000
3 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft
34 John Duggan Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878
OPEN SAT, 10:30AM TO 12PM
$284,900
2 beds2 baths1,380 sq ft
177 Songbird Ln, Tiverton, RI 02878
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 1:30PM
$519,000
4 beds2 baths1,972 sq ft
40 Walnut St, Tiverton, RI 02878
$1,250,000
3 beds3.5 baths3,365 sq ft
242 Church Pond Dr, Tiverton, RI 02878
$460,000
3 beds2 baths1,904 sq ft
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Sale history for 281 Riverside Dr

Date

Event

Price

RIS #1323603

Dec 12, 2022

Sold

$863,333

$763/sq ft

Nov 8, 2022

Pending

—

Nov 3, 2022

Listed

$850,000

$752/sq ft

RIS #1242701

Jun 2, 2020

Sold

$650,000

$575/sq ft

Apr 20, 2020

Contingent

—

Dec 11, 2019

Listed

$660,000

$584/sq ft

+32

Stunning waterfront cottage, completely renovated with beautiful water views from nearly every room. Property provides direct access to the Sakonnet River for swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding. Coastal inspired renovation and thoughtful design offer unobstructed westerly views and spectacular sunsets. The kitchen boasts beautiful cabinetry, Viking stainless appliances and butcher block counter tops. New windows throughout, built-ins for storage, gas fireplace, hardwood flooring and wood details all while maintaining the original character of this summer cottage. Other features include on-demand heat/hot water system, radiant heat throughout and septic system. The property is currently used as a short term rental with a net income of $54K, which includes management fee for the rentals. This is a truly unique, turnkey and income producing property. Fantastic opportunity to own a charming waterfront retreat.

RIS #1061305

Sep 5, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Mar 4, 2014

Listed

$474,000

$419/sq ft

RIS #850412

Dec 19, 2013

Price Changed

$299,000

$264/sq ft

Mar 31, 2011

Sold

$250,000

$221/sq ft

Mar 16, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Aug 8, 2008

Listed

$450,000

$398/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$9,080 (−5.9%)

$492,200 + $329,500

$821,700

2023

$9,645 (+4.5%)

$318,300 + $329,000

$647,300

2022

$9,226 (+3.9%)

$318,300 + $312,300

$630,600

2021

$8,883 (+31.5%)

$318,300 + $304,200

$622,500

2020

$6,753 (+2.5%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2019

$6,586 (−3.7%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2018

$6,836 (−8.2%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2017

$7,447 (−0.5%)

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2016

$7,482

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2015

$7,482 (+3.8%)

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2014

$7,209 (−0.4%)

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

2013

$7,235 (+2.0%)

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

2012

$7,093

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

Tax history for 281 Riverside Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$9,080 (−5.9%)

$492,200 + $329,500

$821,700

2023

$9,645 (+4.5%)

$318,300 + $329,000

$647,300

2022

$9,226 (+3.9%)

$318,300 + $312,300

$630,600

2021

$8,883 (+31.5%)

$318,300 + $304,200

$622,500

2020

$6,753 (+2.5%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2019

$6,586 (−3.7%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2018

$6,836 (−8.2%)

$282,300 + $134,800

$417,100

2017

$7,447 (−0.5%)

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2016

$7,482

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2015

$7,482 (+3.8%)

$282,300 + $108,600

$390,900

2014

$7,209 (−0.4%)

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

2013

$7,235 (+2.0%)

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

2012

$7,093

$282,300 + $91,200

$373,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,614 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2011

Sq. Ft.

1,223

Year built

1894

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Newport County

APN

473778

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jan 7, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking
Features: No Garage
# of Parking (Total): 1

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 5

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Gas

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Other Features: Tub Shower, Cable TV

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Drywall, Wood Siding, Shingle Siding

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2,613
Lot Size Acres: 0.06
Lot Features: Waterfront
Has Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water, Waterfront
Zoning: GC

Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,131
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $630,600

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $10,209.41
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Connected

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Radiant

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Marina, Near Schools

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,223
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1894
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Newport County
APN: 473778

Home facts updated by county records on Jan 7, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Fort Barton School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

Tiverton Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi

7/10

Tiverton High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$999,000 – $1.21M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
289 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2233 Sq. Ft.	$1,935,576
270 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1993 Sq. Ft.	$656,331

Address	Redfin Estimate
259 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1396 Sq. Ft.	$1,100,711
290 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$615,488

Address	Redfin Estimate
285 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1482 Sq. Ft.	$629,253
269 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1763 Sq. Ft.	$837,494

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