The story of this market
The typical home in South Kingstown, Rhode Island sells for about $667,500, or $381 per square foot.
Prices are up +16.67% 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 $3,500 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+5.7%
RI · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
South Kingstown, Rhode Island
South Kingstown's housing market is currently characterized by strong demand and limited inventory, resulting in a competitive environment for buyers. Prices have seen significant year-over-year growth, driven by the town's appeal as a coastal residential community. While specific historical tax and price series are limited, current indicators point to a stable and healthy market.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to South Kingstown yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 3 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 1.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0.32% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · poverty 8.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A popular coastal destination that drives significant seasonal tourism and supports high property values in the surrounding area.
The town's commercial hub, offering a variety of local shops, restaurants, and services that serve as a central gathering point for residents.
South Kingstown is ideal for family buyers seeking a coastal lifestyle, retirees attracted to the scenic environment, and investors looking for high-demand rental properties in a stable market.
South Kingstown schools are generally well-regarded, with the district serving as a central pillar of the community's educational infrastructure.
The town is served by major regional road corridors, providing access to the broader Rhode Island coastline and inland employment hubs.
The town offers extensive recreational amenities including Matunuck Beach, numerous local community parks, and access to coastal waterways.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited supply, with a median rent of $3,500 reflecting the town's desirability as a coastal destination.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, education-related services, and a robust small-business sector in the village centers.
Economic momentum is driven by a mix of coastal tourism, the presence of the University of Rhode Island nearby, and steady residential demand.
The town operates its own school district and maintains a local housing authority to support affordable and elderly housing needs.
The town faces coastal flood risks in areas like Matunuck, necessitating careful consideration of insurance and elevation requirements for property owners.
Coastal properties in the town face specific insurance considerations due to flood and wind exposure, which can impact premium costs.
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.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.