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Sold for $420,000
  • $420,000

    55 Ward Ave, Westerly, RI 02891

    3beds
    1,900sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
    $427,400 Zestimate®
    $221/sqft
    $2,504 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $427,400

    $380,000 - $479,000

    $2,504/mo

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    What's special

    Two-car garageWelcoming established yardIdeal for gardeningSpacious livingRare and desirable featureLot sizeHardwood floors
    Charming Mid-Century Cape Cod on Ward Ave. in Westerly Built in 1950, this classic 2-story Cape exudes timeless charm with original finishes in solid shape Approximately 1,900 sq ft across 7 rooms, offering spacious living across two levels Lot size: ~10,356 sq ft (~0.24 acres), ideal for gardening, play, or future additions Cozy hot-water/oil baseboard heating with cast iron radiators, preserving the classic feel. 2 Bedrooms and a full bath on the main floor! Thoughtful layout of 3 bedrooms and 1 bath across two floors, maintaining its original Cape Cod identity. Hardwood floors under carpets on first floor dining, living and bedrooms. Includes space for a two-car garage, a rare and desirable feature in the neighborhood is part of the original structure. Driveway parking in addition to garage capacity, accommodating multiple vehicles easily. Well-maintained, with original character intact—ideal for anyone seeking a vintage home with opportunities to modernize. Good bones and classic finishes allow for an elegant restoration, customizing upgrades while respecting the era. On a generous lot, offering privacy and outdoor room for entertaining. Mature trees and lawn create a welcoming, established yard with seasonal beauty. Located in central Westerly, close to Wilcox Park, downtown shops, and the train station Short drive to Westerly's amazing downtown area and beaches—Misquamicut, Watch Hill, and local amenities of a coastal community

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Lori Moore 401-741-6686,

    Northeast Property Group

    Bought with:

    Jeffery Valentine, RES.0042735

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1390761MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Oil, Baseboard
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Tankless Water Heater
    Features
    • Wall (Dry Wall), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
    • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,900
    • Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,900
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 7
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Lot
    • Size: 10,454 sqft
    Details
    • Foundation area: 1176
    • Parcel number: WESTM57B325
    • Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Dry Wall, Clapboard
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
    Location
    • Region: Westerly

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/10/2025Sold$420,000-8.5%$221/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390761 Report a problem
    9/13/2025Pending sale$459,000$242/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390761 Report a problem
    9/5/2025Contingent$459,000$242/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390761 Report a problem
    8/15/2025Price change$459,000-3.4%$242/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390761 Report a problem
    7/23/2025Listed for sale$475,000$250/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390761 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,074 -8.9%$395,100 +22.4%
    2024$3,374 +3.5%$322,900
    2023$3,261 $322,900
    2022$3,261 +3%$322,900 +23%
    2021$3,166 +1.8%$262,500
    2020$3,111 +0.9%$262,500
    2019$3,082 +13.6%$262,500 +19.5%
    2018$2,713 +2.9%$219,700
    2017$2,636 $219,700
    2016$2,636 +0.9%$219,700 -5.6%
    2015$2,613 +140.7%$232,700
    2014$1,086 -57.2%$232,700
    2013$2,536 -6.2%$232,700 -13%
    2012$2,705 +1%$267,600
    2011$2,679 +3.2%$267,600
    2010$2,596 -0.2%$267,600 -8.8%
    2009$2,602 $293,300
    2008$2,602 +3.2%$293,300
    2007$2,522 +6.8%$293,300 +33%
    2006$2,362 +4.7%$220,500 +0.7%
    2005$2,256 +15.6%$219,000 +72.3%
    2003$1,951 $127,100

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    Neighborhood: 02891

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