81 A Moosup Valley Rd, Foster, RI, 02825
About This Home
A rare opportunity to own a beloved local landmark in Foster — the Tyler Free Library. Offering nearly 1,800 square feet of character-filled space, this iconic property showcases beautiful hardwood floors, soaring open cathedral ceilings, and a striking fireplace that anchors the main living area. Natural light pours through expansive windows, enhancing the architectural charm and dramatic open layout.With residential zoning in place, the possibilities are inspiring — create a truly one-of-a-kind home that blends historic character with modern vision. Whether you preserve its open, airy feel or thoughtfully redesign the space to suit your lifestyle, this property offers a foundation unlike anything else on the market.Opportunities to own and reimagine a cherished piece of the community are rare. Bring your creativity and make history your home.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Materials
- Foundation: Unknown
- Construction materials: Clapboard
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Storage Space,Utility
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Plumbing (Mixed),Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,760
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,760
- Total interior livable area: 1,760 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 81AMOOSUPVALLEYRDFOST
- Zoning: 0030
Lot
- Lot size: 1 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: No Garage
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Rhode Island Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,098 | $25,176 |
| Home Insurance * | $177 | $2,124 |
| Property Taxes | $411 | $4,932 |
| Electricity | $389 | $4,675 |
| Total | $3,075 | $36,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Rhode Island FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | Listed for sale | $415,000 |
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