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  • $895,000

    23 1st St, Westerly, RI 02891

    3beds
    1,128sqft
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    $5,415/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1965
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $793/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private beach accessThree-bedroom one-and-a-half-bath cottageExpansive deckThoughtfully updated kitchen
    Sweet as can be, this quintessential coastal cottage is ideally located less than a 5 minute walk to one of Rhode Island’s most beautiful beaches. Nestled within the coveted Misquamicut Fire District, this charming home offers private beach access, along with all the wonderful amenities that make Misquamicut such a beloved destination. Enjoy movies on the beach, summer events, and endless days of sun and sand -all just moments from your front door. When you’re ready to explore, you can easily walk to Maria’s Restaurant, The Andrea Seaside Beach Bar & Restaurant, fabulous pizza, coffee, ice cream, and so much more. As the saying goes, wonderful things truly do come in small packages! This delightful three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath cottage offers an inviting retreat that can be enjoyed not only as a summer getaway, but all year long. The thoughtfully updated kitchen blends modern touches with a relaxed coastal flair, creating the perfect space for preparing meals and gathering with family and friends. Step outside onto the expansive deck, where summer memories are waiting to be made — from family barbecues and post-beach dinners to games of bocce and evenings spent laughing together under the stars. Move-in ready, this special cottage is the perfect place to begin creating your forever memories at the beach. Whether you’re looking for a year-round home, a vacation retreat, or a place to gather generations of family and friends, this little gem is ready to welcome you home.
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    Listed by:

    Lori Joyal 401-742-1225,

    Lila Delman Compass

    Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1422301MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Electric, Baseboard
      Cooling
      • Ductless
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling)
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
      • Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished,Storage Space
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,128
      • Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,128
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: No Garage
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Waterfront features: Beach, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: WESTM165B86

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1965

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Cesspool
      • Utilities for property: Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Golf, Hospital, Marina
      • Subdivision: Misquamicut Beach
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Westerly

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $793/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $824,900
      • Annual tax amount: $6,030
      • Date on market: 9/3/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/3/2026Listed for sale$895,000+488.8%$793/sqft
        Source: StateWide MLS RI #1422301 Report a problem
        10/29/1999Sold$152,000$135/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,865 -1.9%$824,900 +35.4%
        2024$5,976 +3%$609,200 +0.4%
        2023$5,802 $606,900
        2022$5,802 +13.7%$606,900 +37%
        2021$5,103 +2%$443,000 +0.1%
        2020$5,004 +1%$442,400
        2019$4,955 +4.6%$442,400 +10.9%
        2018$4,738 +2.5%$398,800
        2017$4,622 -0.8%$398,800
        2016$4,658 +4%$398,800 -3.7%
        2015$4,479 +1.7%$414,000
        2014$4,405 +1.1%$414,000
        2013$4,359 -5.3%$414,000 -12.4%
        2012$4,602 $472,500
        2011$4,602 +0.4%$472,500
        2010$4,583 -5.2%$472,500 -13.3%
        2009$4,833 $544,900
        2008$4,833 +3.1%$544,900
        2007$4,686 +16.7%$544,900 +45.3%
        2006$4,017 +4.1%$375,100 +0.2%
        2005$3,857 +42.7%$374,500 +112.7%
        2003$2,703 $176,100
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 02891

        Getting around

        23 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        41 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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