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Charlestown offers access to Rhode Island's sizable salt ponds
Charlestown is a thriving coastal township that offers residents natural locales and ample options for recreation, dining and access to retail. The town has diverse outdoor spaces, from Atlantic beaches to tree-lined ponds and preserved forests with hiking infrastructure. Charlestown local and owner of Dandurand Real Estate, Peter Dandurand, says, “The waterfront is a huge draw for the community; we also benefit from low property taxes.”
Stroll along Charlestown's East Beach, along the Block Island Sound.
Ninigret Landing Marina has a multitude of boat slips available for a variety of purposes.
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A mix of coastal cottages and Cape Cods
Single-family homes range from $200,000 to $1.2 million. There are several mobile home communities farther inland close to the national parks. As residents drive closer to the center of town, there are suburban residential developments with split levels and Cape Cods on tight cul-de-sac streets. And by the Salt Ponds region and waterfront, coastal cottages, ranch-styles and seaside estates have larger lots, higher prices and ocean views.
Waterview cottages like this in Charlestown go for $1.2M.
Homes like this traditional Cape Cod are common in Charlestown.
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Chariho High School partners with local organizations
Chariho Regional School District serves the area. Some nearby schools include Charlestown Elementary, rated an A by Niche; Chariho Regional Middle, rated a B-plus; and Chariho High, rated a B. Chariho High connects with many local organizations for community service opportunities for students, from environmental charities like Wood Pawcatuck Watershed Organization to food banks like Westerly Area Rest Meals. The school stresses that community engagement and service are as much a part of the curriculum as academics.
Charlestown Elementary School has 246 students in K-4 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
Chariho High School has 1,084 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
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Charlestown's natural amenities encourage an outdoorsy lifestyle
Recreation is a large and diverse industry in the area. The town includes Blue Shutters Beach and East Beach, where residents can swim, sunbathe and set up campsites in the fine, golden sand. The Charlestown Breachway allows access from the Atlantic to the inland Ninigret Pond, the largest coastal salt pond in Rhode Island. Residents can fish from two marinas for striped bass and eel, and can also find blue crabs and bay scallops. Farther northwest, there’s Burlingame State Park, a massive forest preserved by the town and South County, featuring the 8-mile John Vincent Gormley walking trail that wraps around Watchaug Pond. The park allows hiking, camping, fishing and hunting in the Burlingame Management Area.
The marina at Ninigret Landing features dock slips for storage and ease of access.
Enjoy a fresh seashore walk at Burlingame State Park Beach in Charlestown, RI.
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Local restaurants offer breakfast and seafood options
Westerly Crossing Shopping Center is 11 miles west on U.S. Route 1 and features Stop & Shop for groceries, as well as CVS and Home Goods. There’s also the Charlestown Mini Super close to home for groceries and fresh-baked pies and cookies. Dine at Hungry Haven for their breakfast with eggs benedict and French toast. And while the sun sets, grab a dinner at The Cove, a bar and grill. They serve everything from fresh clams, lobster and fish to steak and tacos. The Cove regularly hosts trivia and karaoke nights, as well as live musicians.
The Charlestown Mini Super is a one stop shop for locals to pick up a variety of groceries.
Grab a cold or hot tea at Dave's Coffee in Charlestown, RI.
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The Charlestown Seafood Festival
For 38 years, the Charlestown Seafood Festival has been a community staple. The three-day event in Ninigret Park brings residents together to indulge in fried fish, chowder and lobster and includes live music and nightly fireworks.
Charlestown's Seafood Festival brings joy with food, games, and live music.
Families flock to Charlestown Seafood Festival for fun, games, and great food.
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Hopping on Route 1 to reach Providence
Route 1 runs through Charlestown’s center, opening residents up to a 27-mile drive east to Newport or 41 miles north to Providence. As far as walkability, Dandurand says, “It’s normal to see foot traffic and bikes on the roads, considering it’s a coastal town.” Walking within the town is relatively simple, but shopping in nearby districts like Westerly requires a car.
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On average, homes in Charlestown, RI sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Charlestown, RI over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Academic Rental, 1 large bedroom Fully Furnished Guest Cottage Inground pool( until its too cold)currently has king Bed but can be modified for 2 Full XL beds, Full Bath, Large Kitchen, recent renovation over Summer. Academic Rental for URI. Only available for Winter rentals beginning Sept, 8, 2026 through May 23,2027.This is not a yearly rental
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**WEEKLY SUMMER RENTAL ** REDUCED RATES FOR OFF SEASON WEEKS. This immaculate home sleeps 10 guests comfortably. The first floor has 2 bedrooms both with a queen bed and a full bath . The second floor has a full bath and 3 bedrooms. The prime bedroom has a king bed , another bedroom has 2 sets of bunks all twins and the the third bedroom has a full/double bed. The first and second floors have AC
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