96 Prospect Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879
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OFF MARKET

$837,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 992 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

96 Prospect Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 9, 1987 for $149,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$837K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$42K (+5.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$687K (+461.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +109% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$836K
October 2026$858K
September 2026$833K
August 2026$845K
July 2026$826K
June 2026$849K
May 2026$842K
April 2026$832K
March 2026$806K
February 2026$774K
January 2026$803K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
24 Peninsula Rd, South Kingstown, RI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$950,000
01/28/26
3
1
1,064
975 Matunuck Beach Rd, South Kingstown, RI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
04/10/26
4
2
1,624
35 Atlantic Ave, South Kingstown, RI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$818,000
11/13/25
3
2.5
1,501
47 Ocean Ave, South Kingstown, RI
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
06/16/26
3
1
768
27 Holden Rd, South Kingstown, RI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$725,000
03/11/26
3
1.5
1,600
86 S Weeden Rd, South Kingstown, RI
0.70
Single-Family Home
$925,000
01/29/26
3
2
1,500
854 Matunuck Beach Rd #33, South Kingstown, RI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$155,000
08/27/26
2
1.5
340
175 Peninsula Rd, South Kingstown, RI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,699,000
10/14/26
3
3.5
2,395
210 Washington St, South Kingstown, RI
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
04/15/26
3
3
2,727
854-103 Matunuck Beach Rd, Wakefield, RI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$165,000
07/13/26
2
0.5
352

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
90 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.02
$1,090,000
4
3
1,882
Off Market
106 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.02
$1,026,000
3
3
1,927
Off Market
95 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.03
$2,126,600
3
2
1,831
Off Market
107 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.03
$1,914,100
3
2
2,467
Off Market
78 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.03
$1,239,000
3
2
1,586
Off Market
116 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.04
$1,414,400
3
2
2,156
Off Market
75 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.04
$1,413,700
3
1
1,270
Off Market
66 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.05
$1,042,900
3
2
1,430
Off Market
83 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.05
$2,674,400
4
3
2,900
Off Market
126 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.05
$1,319,800
3
2
1,824
Off Market
125 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.06
$2,831,900
5
4.5
4,021
Off Market
65 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.06
$1,736,000
3
2
1,798
Off Market
132 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.07
$1,224,200
3
3
1,420
Off Market
59 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.07
$1,592,400
5
2
2,348
Off Market
35-37 Prospect Road, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.08
$1,228,900
3
2
1,568
Off Market
58 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.08
$1,014,100
3
2
1,375
Off Market
138 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.08
$1,058,400
3
2
1,160
Off Market
51 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.08
$2,181,600
5
3
2,354
Off Market
48 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.09
$777,500
2
1
760
Off Market
139 Prospect Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
0.09
$1,539,000
3
2
1,434
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
0.27 acre lot
992 sqft
$844/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Ocean mistPropane stoveSliding doorsNewer appliances
This single-family home is located at 96 Prospect Rd, Wakefield, RI. 96 Prospect Rd is in Wakefield, RI and in ZIP code 02879. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 992 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.27 acres and was built in 1940.
96 Prospect Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 992 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $149,000 on Jul 9, 1987. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2023 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 2, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $837,400, with a rent estimate of $2,720/month.

Home Details for 96 Prospect Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OilHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: cottage

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 2, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Aug 22, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,000
Price decreased by 9%
Aug 4, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Sep 2, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Aug 30, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,000

Market trends in South Kingstown

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$713K
$55.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$421
$33MoM
Available listings
103
11MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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What Locals Say about South Kingstown

At least 113 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say there's wildlife

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Megobrien27
    "Amazing privacy. Friendly neighbors. Wildlife with convenience of being relatively close to the highway. Awesome elementary school"
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  • Megobrien27
    "I’ve lived here for 2 years. Friendly neighbors. Lots of privacy. Safe for kids. Great night sky visibility (no street lights). "
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  • Mandrewscherer
    "Most homeowners have dogs, and are happy to engage and see other dog owners enjoying themselves. Homeowners are responsible with their pets and respect neighbors property. "
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  • Megobrien27
    "Super close to Kingston station for Amtrack access and only 15 minutes to wickford station for the Boston commuter rail Providence Line "
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    "there are lots of dogs so owners are very understanding about random barking. ...................... "
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    "excellent dog park nearby. dogs are also welcome at the beaches off season. lots of neighborly dog owners and dog friendly local businesses."
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    "it's nice and home like, very quaint and like a small village of people that care about eachother, almost too much, but that's okay"
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    "I love this neighborhood because it’s quiet, beautiful and convenient. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby"
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    "the have lots of fairs and special events that are free and very community driven that the neighborhood seems to enjoy a lot."
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  • Sean H.
    "Lots of other dog walkers in the residential neighborhoods, they seem welcome here. And everyone seems to pick up after their dogs."
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  • Kristina F.
    "fairly easy access to highways but traffic can become a nuisance during summer months (if going with beach traffic)- but where we live is worth it for sure! "
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  • Rich
    "Safe and inviting.. feels like home when you come home from a hard days work. Beautiful beaches and parks. "
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  • Stacey O.
    "We all talk and mingle from time to time but everyone minds their own business. We keep each other updated and we check in on each after bad weather. "
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  • Kristina F.
    "great community especially in the warmer months- school system is strong and lots is great parks for kids "
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  • Helenpernicone
    "Beautiful scenery and neighbors with concerns for the environment make it unique. Community involvement is a key factor for the keeping it safe as well "
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  • Mary H.
    "Great bike path for walks, poop bags along the trail as well. A lot of open field space for play time "
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  • Manda B.
    "Main st Thursday night street vendors helps small business come together. Plus it’s makes for a nice night down Main Street for food and drinks along with the shopping experience. "
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  • Hal B.
    "Seems great. Love it. Great place. Nice beaches. Nice hiking dog friendly. Safe place to be and live"
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  • Fpseasidepainting
    "great location in the woods, lots of privacy very close to beaches in activity close to many good hiking trails "
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  • Bcgeorge92
    "Just 12 homes —-friendly community where everyone gets along. Well maintained homes per homeowners association refs. Low HOA assessments."
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  • Carolyn S. C.
    "I am specifically talking about a beach community area which is seasonal. Great area I grew up in the summers loving it! "
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  • Timothy K.
    "my neighborhood has public transportation and it is easily accessible, clean and safe for the consumer"
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  • Mleone131
    "Great private community to raise a family or to retire. Access to Indian Lake for swimming, kayaking, boating, fishing or ice skating. Homeowners have use of the community clubhouse for parties or meetings. Tennis courts, walking nature trails and private roads for walking, running and Biking. Close to South Kingstown bike path, golf, shooting range, schools and parks nearby."
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  • Marc l
    "Access to Indian Lake and amenities of the neighborhood. Great area to raise kids. Fishing, swimming, tennis courts, boating, safe neighborhood make it ideal for raising a family. "
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  • Mleone131
    "Located on the west side of Indian Lake, this private community offers a private nature trail, lake access with private beach, dock, swim raft, boating , tennis court and a family friendly environment. Rare listing for home sales. Close to middle school and high schools. "
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  • Jandy
    "There are many families in our neighborhood, people are friendly, great location to the beach and restaurants. Great for walking, running, biking, tennis, basketball, swimming. Wonderful area to raise a family or enjoy peaceful retirement. "
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  • My3sons24
    "Love Wakefield! Safe, Walkable, friendly neighborhood and pet friendly. South Kingstown has a solid budget and very well run so taxes are reasonable and i don’t expect them to go up significantly in the near future. Close to the beaches, restaurants and retail. Schools are great too!"
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  • JimEddy
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  • Rich
    "No sidewalks, but very safe. Lots of activities for kids but please wear bike helmets. Tourists bring a lot of people who do not observe speed limits."
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Frequently asked questions about 96 Prospect Rd

  • What is 96 Prospect Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 96 Prospect Rd in Wakefield, RI is $837,400.
  • What is the price history for 96 Prospect Rd?
    96 Prospect Rd in Wakefield, RI last sold for $149,000 in July 1987.
  • Is Wakefield a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wakefield is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wakefield?
    The median sale price in Wakefield is $713K. That is up $55.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 96 Prospect Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 96 Prospect Rd in Wakefield, RI has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 96 Prospect Rd?
    The lot at 96 Prospect Rd in Wakefield, RI is about 0.27 acres (11,761 sq ft).

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