Wotherspoon Cottage (1897). A noted Colonial Revival nestled in a private, park like setting surrounded by mature landscaping with specimen trees, and a lush lawn enveloped in historic stone walls, and rock outcroppings. This iconic shingled residence has been thoughtfully renovated with all modern amenties yet still retains its 19th century understated elegance and charm. The inviting living room with fireplace and a cathedral ceiling opens to a patio overlooking the East Passage towards Newport. French doors in the dining room lead to an enclosed patio for outdoor entertaining. Chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, custom kitchen cabinetry with leathered quartzite countertops, and a cozy breakfast area. Beautiful wood paneled den/family room. The second floor master bedroom has an east facing deck, generous closet space and en suite bathroom with radiant heat flooring. There are also two additional bedrooms with a shared bathroom, an office with fireplace and a laundry area on the second floor. The third floor has two storage areas, a small bathroom, and a sitting room which can double as a bedroom for overflow company. The property has been updated with new windows and dormers, central air conditioning, a whole house generator, lawn with irrigation system, alarm system, and an electric fence. There is a two car garage and a charming stone potting shed. Easy access to the neighborhood beach, the highway and bridges.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
1.12 acresLot Size
$1,281Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jose Aguon• Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Bought with Chan LYELL• Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
"The Wotherspoon Cottage", built in 1890, with waterview of East Passage, is set on over 1 acre of park-like grounds. Great kitchen opens to views. Original architectural details in style and woodwork. Columned porches. Stone outbuilding. Unique.
RIS #806748
Sep 11, 1998
Sold
$604,500
$177/sq ft
Jul 17, 1998
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 1998
Listed
$640,000
$188/sq ft
RARE OFFERING. TURN OF CENTURY STICK AND SHINGLE STYLE WITH WATERVIEWS TO EAST PASSAGE OF NARR BAY. EXQUISITE RENOVATION. FORMAL SPACES, LIBRARY, 2 FIREPLACES, 3 FLOORS OF LIVING. MATURE LANDSCAPING, OUTBUILDINGS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,555 (−9.2%)
$1,043,900 + $1,359,500
$2,403,400
2024
$14,926 (+1.4%)
$952,200 + $1,129,500
$2,081,700
2023
$14,717 (+2.8%)
$952,200 + $1,156,300
$2,108,500
2022
$14,317 (+3.0%)
$952,200 + $1,156,300
$2,108,500
2021
$13,898 (+2.6%)
$815,300 + $863,200
$1,678,500
2020
$13,545 (+0.5%)
$815,300 + $863,200
$1,678,500
2019
$13,475 (−3.7%)
$815,300 + $858,600
$1,673,900
2018
$13,992 (+2.2%)
$702,500 + $878,500
$1,581,000
2017
$13,691 (+6.8%)
$702,500 + $878,500
$1,581,000
2016
$12,819 (+59.4%)
$702,500 + $791,600
$1,494,100
2015
$8,044 (+0.3%)
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2014
$8,017
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2013
$8,017 (+12.7%)
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2012
$7,113
$488,600 + $272,100
$760,700
Tax history for 29 Decatur Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,555 (−9.2%)
$1,043,900 + $1,359,500
$2,403,400
2024
$14,926 (+1.4%)
$952,200 + $1,129,500
$2,081,700
2023
$14,717 (+2.8%)
$952,200 + $1,156,300
$2,108,500
2022
$14,317 (+3.0%)
$952,200 + $1,156,300
$2,108,500
2021
$13,898 (+2.6%)
$815,300 + $863,200
$1,678,500
2020
$13,545 (+0.5%)
$815,300 + $863,200
$1,678,500
2019
$13,475 (−3.7%)
$815,300 + $858,600
$1,673,900
2018
$13,992 (+2.2%)
$702,500 + $878,500
$1,581,000
2017
$13,691 (+6.8%)
$702,500 + $878,500
$1,581,000
2016
$12,819 (+59.4%)
$702,500 + $791,600
$1,494,100
2015
$8,044 (+0.3%)
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2014
$8,017
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2013
$8,017 (+12.7%)
$615,400 + $300,800
$916,200
2012
$7,113
$488,600 + $272,100
$760,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.