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About this home
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.
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Sale and tax history for 23 1st St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RIS #1422301
Sep 3, 2026
Listed
$895,000
$793/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,865 (−1.9%)
$638,700 + $186,200
$824,900
2024
$5,976 (+2.0%)
$456,200 + $153,000
$609,200
2023
$5,861 (+1.0%)
$456,200 + $153,000
$609,200
2022
$5,802 (+13.7%)
$456,200 + $150,700
$606,900
2021
$5,103 (+2.0%)
$330,700 + $112,300
$443,000
2020
$5,004 (+1.0%)
$330,700 + $111,700
$442,400
2019
$4,955 (+4.6%)
$330,700 + $111,700
$442,400
2018
$4,738 (+2.5%)
$300,600 + $98,200
$398,800
2017
$4,622 (−0.8%)
$300,600 + $98,200
$398,800
2016
$4,658 (+4.0%)
$300,600 + $98,200
$398,800
2015
$4,479 (+1.7%)
$306,800 + $107,200
$414,000
2014
$4,405 (+1.1%)
$306,800 + $107,200
$414,000
2013
$4,359 (−5.3%)
$306,800 + $107,200
$414,000
2012
$4,602
$355,000 + $117,500
$472,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,128
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,128
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
253138
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
HDR-10
High-Density Residential 10 District
High-Density Residential 10 Zoning Districts are intended primarily for areas of existing residential development. These zoning districts are designed for areas where existing densities are high, close to saturation, which include a variety of housing types. These areas are served by municipal water. Also except Misquamicut, they are served by municipal sewers
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Water related
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Westerly, RI • 02891
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
35
22
37
22
47
33
56
41
63
51
75
60
79
66
76
59
72
57
64
47
54
37
40
26
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 23 1st St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $635,000 and $1,125,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $635K to $1.1M.