02879 — South Kingstown, RI Home Values
Typical home value $739,245 as of August 2026 · 11th of 101 in Providence-Warwick, RI-MA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 02879, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 02879 compares in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area
ZIP code 02879 (South Kingstown, RI) has a typical home value of $739,245 as of August 2026, ranking 11th of 101 ZIP codes tracked in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +39.6%, from $529,645 in August 2021 to $739,245 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 23.8× the annual rent ($2,593/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Providence.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 02879 has a population of 22,628, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 91% White, 2.9% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% two or more races, 1.5% Asian, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.8% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.7% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield School | 101 High Street, Wakefield, RI | 2.1 mi |
| Curtis Corner Middle School | 301 Curtis Corner Road, Wakefield, RI | 2.3 mi |
| South Kingstown High | 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield, RI | 2.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 02879?
$739,245 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 02879 an expensive ZIP code in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area?
02879 ranks 11th of 101 ZIP codes in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 02879 changed over the past year?
+6.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 02879?
The typical home price is 23.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,593/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 02879?
22,628, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 02879?
Wakefield School (2.1 mi), Curtis Corner Middle School (2.3 mi), South Kingstown High (2.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 02879?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.