$3,700,000
SOLD SEP 26, 2025

20 Westerly Rd Westerly, RI 02891

2 Beds
2 Baths
912 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$4,057 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Water Views
  • Golf Course Community
  • Antique Architecture

About This Home

As of September 2025

Discover "The School House," a truly iconic piece of Watch Hill history. The essence of Watch Hill living is captured in "The School House," a historic cottage that began its life in 1852 as a schoolhouse for local farm children. After serving as Miss Stevenson's Little Shop for over three decades, the home was later transformed into a private residence. Inside, the home's history is beautifully preserved with a vaulted ceiling and hand-hewn beams exposed during its 2013 renovation. The open-concept layout creates an airy space, connecting the living room, full kitchen, and dining area, all with fantastic water views. Balcony doors open to a private porch, while a lovely landscaped side yard provides a serene spot for a drink or al fresco dining with views of the beach and ocean. This charming icon is part of the esteemed Ocean House Cottage rental program and was even recognized by Architectural Digest as one of 15 incredible former schoolhouses you can spend the night in. Its as if you are in your own private hotel suite! Sheer perfection

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Joyal

Lila Delman Compass License #REB.0016177 Listed on: 08/25/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Joyal

Lila Delman Compass License #REB.0016177 Listed on: 08/25/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,500

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 912 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Water Views

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • No Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 74
  • Assessor Parcel Number 20WESTERLYRDWEST

Community Details

Overview

  • Watch Hill Subdivision

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,500

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Subdivision Name: WATCH HILL
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 912.0
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Historic/Antique
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Living Area: 912.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Sprinkler System
  • View: Saltwater, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Walk to Water
  • Construction Type: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Sprinkler/Irrigation
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Unknown
  • Water Source: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Golf, Marina
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.0
  • Parcel #: 20WESTERLYRDWEST

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 19500.0
  • Tax Lot: 74
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2020
Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Bluff Avenue Llc
Bought by
Cappuccio Paul
Seller's Agent
Donna Simmons
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Buyer's Agent
Donna Simmons
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.50%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2017
Sold by
Wh Properties Inc
Bought by
Bluff Avenue Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2010
Sold by
Bluff Avenue Llc
Bought by
Wh Prop Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2006
Sold by
Stokke Robert
Bought by
Wh Prop Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,950,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $707,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Sold $3,700,000 0.0% $4,057 / Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Sale $3,700,000 +27.6% $4,057 / Sq Ft
01/10/2024 01/10/24 Sold $2,900,000 0.0% $3,180 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/10/2024 01/10/24 For Sale $2,900,000 +48.7% $3,180 / Sq Ft
07/14/2020 07/14/20 Sold $1,950,000 0.0% $1,493 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $1,493 / Sq Ft
Source: State-Wide MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $17,565 $1,790,500 $1,486,400 $304,100
2023 $16,731 $1,739,200 $1,486,400 $252,800
2022 $16,491 $1,725,000 $1,486,400 $238,600
2021 $10,995 $954,400 $775,700 $178,700
2020 $10,794 $954,400 $775,700 $178,700
2019 $10,689 $954,400 $775,700 $178,700
2018 $11,117 $935,800 $775,700 $160,100
2017 $10,846 $935,800 $775,700 $160,100
2016 $10,930 $935,800 $775,700 $160,100
2015 $9,605 $887,700 $718,700 $169,000
2014 $9,086 $887,700 $718,700 $169,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: State-Wide MLS

MLS Number: 1393370

State-Wide MLS

APN: WEST-000179-000074