Welcome to 27 Benson Avenue — a charming beach cottage just moments from Misquamicut Beach. With four bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms, this coastal retreat offers plenty of room to gather, unwind, and create lasting memories by the shore. Enjoy the ease of beach access through the Misquamicut Fire District and the convenience of being walkable to the sand and surf. Set on a generously sized lot, there’s space to relax outdoors, entertain after a day at the beach, or simply soak in the salt air. Whether you’re looking for a summer getaway, investment opportunity, or looking to create a year-round coastal escape, this sweet Westerly cottage captures the essence of beach living.
Under contract
$1,100,000
27 Benson Ave, Westerly, RI 02891
4beds
900sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,051,100 Zestimate®
$1,222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming beach cottageFour bedroomsSpace to relax outdoorsGenerously sized lot
- 53 days |
- 265 |
- 4 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 07:08am
Listed by:
Alpern & Mesenbourg Group 401-324-9841,
Keller Williams Coastal
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1404798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Dining area
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Storage
- Level: Lower
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Walls), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 900
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Waterfront features: Access, Beach, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: WESTM165B16
- Zoning: R10
- Other equipment: Cable TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Municipal, Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Westerly
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $686,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,879
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
Estimated market value
$1,051,100
$999,000 - $1.10M
$2,852/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Contingent | $1,100,000$1,222/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1404798 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$1,222/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1404798 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,880 +0.3% | $686,300 +38.4% |
| 2024 | $4,864 +2.6% | $495,800 |
| 2023 | $4,740 | $495,800 |
| 2022 | $4,740 +13.6% | $495,800 +36.9% |
| 2021 | $4,171 +1.9% | $362,100 |
| 2020 | $4,095 +1% | $362,100 |
| 2019 | $4,056 +4.8% | $362,100 +11.1% |
| 2018 | $3,872 +3.1% | $325,900 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $3,756 -0.8% | $324,100 |
| 2016 | $3,785 +7.5% | $324,100 -0.4% |
| 2015 | $3,522 +3.7% | $325,500 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,396 +1% | $319,200 |
| 2013 | $3,361 -3.4% | $319,200 -10.6% |
| 2012 | $3,479 | $357,200 |
| 2011 | $3,479 +0.4% | $357,200 |
| 2010 | $3,465 -2.2% | $357,200 -10.6% |
| 2009 | $3,544 | $399,500 |
| 2008 | $3,544 +3.1% | $399,500 |
| 2007 | $3,436 +20.8% | $399,500 +50.5% |
| 2006 | $2,844 +4.1% | $265,500 +0.2% |
| 2005 | $2,731 +32.4% | $265,100 +97.2% |
| 2003 | $2,063 | $134,400 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$6,507/mo
Principal & interest
$5673
Property taxes
$834
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02891
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Westerly Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Westerly High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
- 5/10Dunn's Corners SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 2.7 mi
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