Located walking distance to downtown Westerly and a 5 minute drive to the best beaches in RI this home in downtown Westerly has been completely updated and loved by the current owners. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, newer siding, windows, roof and mechanicals making this home move in ready for people looking for a second home, first time home buyers or just wanting to downsize and be closer to the action!!! City sewer, water and Natural gas, completely fenced in yard make this cute victorian home a must see!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$432Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Mark Wright• Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes
Bought with Brianna Bienkiewicz• Guardian Real Estate Services
Bought with Peter Spinella• Guardian Real Estate Services
NICE HOME FOR THE PRICE. NEEDS SOME COSMETICS SOLD AS IS NO WARRANTIES OR REPAIRS. MUST SUBMIT PREAPPROVAL WITH ALL OFFERS. .. .NO EXCEPTIONS.
RIS #441548
Sep 20, 2019
Price Changed
$169,000
$135/sq ft
Oct 25, 2004
Sold
$150,000
$120/sq ft
Sep 29, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jun 18, 2004
Listed
$179,000
$143/sq ft
PERFECT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME CONDO ALTERNATIVE REPLACEMENT WINDOWS IN TOWN, WALK TO SHOPPING BEING SOLD AS IS OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE
RIS #753102
Nov 8, 2016
Price Changed
$239,900
$192/sq ft
Nov 16, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2007
Listed
$247,500
$198/sq ft
Smart MLS #E149819
Aug 27, 2004
Listed
$169,000
$135/sq ft
RIS #116862
Dec 18, 2001
Sold
$96,500
$77/sq ft
Nov 12, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Oct 25, 2001
Listed
$110,000
$88/sq ft
Smart MLS #E121961
Oct 25, 2001
Listed
$110,000
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,389 (−2.1%)
$152,000 + $283,600
$435,600
2024
$3,461 (+2.9%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2023
$3,365 (+0.6%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2022
$3,345 (+9.1%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2021
$3,067 (+12.3%)
$94,500 + $159,800
$254,300
2020
$2,731 (+0.9%)
$94,500 + $136,000
$230,500
2019
$2,706 (+3.8%)
$94,500 + $136,000
$230,500
2018
$2,608 (+2.9%)
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2017
$2,534
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2016
$2,534 (+3.1%)
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2015
$2,458 (+1.6%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2014
$2,419 (+1.4%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2013
$2,386 (−4.8%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2012
$2,507
$107,100 + $140,900
$248,000
Tax history for 42 John St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,389 (−2.1%)
$152,000 + $283,600
$435,600
2024
$3,461 (+2.9%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2023
$3,365 (+0.6%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2022
$3,345 (+9.1%)
$108,600 + $222,600
$331,200
2021
$3,067 (+12.3%)
$94,500 + $159,800
$254,300
2020
$2,731 (+0.9%)
$94,500 + $136,000
$230,500
2019
$2,706 (+3.8%)
$94,500 + $136,000
$230,500
2018
$2,608 (+2.9%)
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2017
$2,534
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2016
$2,534 (+3.1%)
$94,500 + $116,700
$211,200
2015
$2,458 (+1.6%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2014
$2,419 (+1.4%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2013
$2,386 (−4.8%)
$96,400 + $122,500
$218,900
2012
$2,507
$107,100 + $140,900
$248,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,267
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
313040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
HDR-6
High-Density Residential 6 District
High-Density Residential 6 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
Aug 31, 2020 • Active
Building
Addition
Mar 19, 2009 • Active
Electrical
Install electrical wiring for a first floor remodel.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,267
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 313040
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
State Street School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Westerly Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
7/10
Westerly High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 91° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Westerly, RI • 02891
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$514,000 – $622,000
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