Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $375,000 on Jul 25, 2016
17 SHELL DR
WESTERLY, RI 02891
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,216 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Jul 25, 2016
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,352 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,034,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$806,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$759,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$871,835
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.53
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.120 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.84%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
MEH
Westerly Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
Dunn's Corners Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.1 mi
Westerly High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
District: Westerly School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02891These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,875
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.710 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,075
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,216
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
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How this home compares
17 Shell Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 75% of homes in Westerly 02891
- Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Westerly 02891
- Older than 66% of homes in Washington County
How it measures up in Westerly 02891
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westerly 02891.
Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 25% of homes nearby
Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger
Bigger than 13% of homes nearby
Year built1965
OlderTypical 1975Newer
Newer than 39% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Westerly 02891 | Washington County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,216 ft² | 25% of homes | 27% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.21 ac | 13% of homes | 15% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1965 | 39% of homes | 34% of homes |
About 17 Shell Dr
When did 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI last sell?
17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI last sold on Jul 25, 2016 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI?
17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.
When was 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI built?
17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI?
17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI is assigned to Westerly Middle School (middle), rated B-; Dunn's Corners Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Westerly High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Westerly School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI compare to other homes in Westerly 02891?
Among the 10,296 homes in Westerly 02891, it is bigger than 25% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1965 against a typical 1975). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI?
The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Shell Dr, Westerly, RI was $7,352. The county assessed it at $1,034,100.
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- 4 Shell Dr2 bd · 2 ba · 1,191 ft² · Sold $525K · Aug 2017
- 19 Shell Dr2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,415 ft² · Sold $255K · Jun 2016
- 11 Shell Dr2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,772 ft² · Sold $360K · May 2013
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- 10 Shell Dr2 bd · 1 ba · 1,218 ft² · Sold $630K · Oct 2004
- 5 Shell Dr$1.1M2 bd · 2 ba · 2,596 ft² · Sold $100K · Aug 1997
- 3 Shell Dr0.51 ac · Sold Jan 1900
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Closest homes
- 19 Shell Dr96 ft · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,415 ft² · Sold $255K · Jun 2016
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- 20 Shell Dr235 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,988 ft² · Sold Nov 2011
- 13 Shell Dr192 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 552 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 22 Shell Dr$1.6M294 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,372 ft² · Sold $800K · May 2009
- 11 Shell Dr273 ft · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,772 ft² · Sold $360K · May 2013
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