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Foster, RI Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated monthly ·
$529,000median sale price
How is the Foster, RI housing market right now?
The median home sale price in Foster, RI is $529,000, down 20.8% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 96 days with 6 active listings. The market is currently a balanced market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
Is Foster a buyer's or seller's market?
Foster, RI is currently a balanced market, based on 2.0 months of supply and homes selling in about 96 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
3
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
96
Average pace
Active listings
6
2.0 months supply
Sale-to-list
99.9%
Below asking
What does the Foster housing market data show?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $529,000 |
| Median list price | $450,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | -20.8% |
| Average days on market | 96 days |
| Active inventory | 6 listings |
| Months of supply | 2.0 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 99.9% |
| Median price per sq ft | $358/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 3 |
| New listings (latest month) | 3 |
| Listings with a price cut | 33.3% |
| Market condition | Balanced market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How much do homes cost in Foster by property type?
How the Foster, RI market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $529,000 | $358/sq ft | 3 | 96 days |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The Foster housing market is currently classified as a balanced market with a median sale price of $529,000. Prices have fallen 20.8% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 96 days on market, indicating 2.0 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.
Homes for sale in Foster
There are currently 6 homes listed for sale in Foster, Rhode Island. The median listing price is $450K.
Active listings
6
Homes on market
Median list price
$450K
Avg. days on market
96
Days until sale
New this week
3
Newly listed
What are homes worth in Foster?
Zillow home value
$558,516
Source: Zillow Research
Which public schools serve Foster?
1 schools tracked · 226 students
The largest public schools serving Foster, RI by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Capt. Isaac Paine El. School
Grades PK-5 · 226 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Foster?
The median home sale price in Foster is $529,000, down 20.8% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in Foster?
Homes typically spend 96 days on market before going under contract.
Is Foster a buyer's or seller's market?
With 2.0 months of supply, Foster is currently a balanced market.
What is the Zillow home value estimate for Foster?
The Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Foster is $558,516, representing the typical home value in the area.
How much does a single-family home cost in Foster?
The median single-family home price in Foster, RI is $529,000 (about $358 per square foot).
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