Ocean at the Door Map: Rising Seas, Real Estate, & Risk

Homeowners, planners, renters, and real-estate investors can examine vulnerability of old and new housing stock to rising seas to understand the consequences of the changing climate for coastal property. 

Potential flood exposure maps are generated by comparing land elevation to the height of a typical once-a-year flood, plus local sea level rise projections over time. Areas below the resulting heights are classified as being in a “risk zone.” The shape and extent of the risk zone depends on the year selected, climate pollution scenario and other factors that can be tuned by clicking on Set Projections. This tool displays the number and value of homes located in the selected risk zone, including a special focus on recently built homes.