Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $5,300,000 on May 20, 2005
42 WAWALOAM DR
WESTERLY, RI 02891
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,442 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1892
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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.$5,300,000 · May 20, 2005
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$54,541 (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.$7,671,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,616,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,054,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,489,900
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.22
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
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.89%
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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Geo-Thermal
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(1)
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.
EMH
Dunn's Corners Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 mi
Westerly Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.1 mi
Westerly High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 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
42 Wawaloam 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.
- Bigger than 82% of homes in Washington County
- Older than 96% of homes in Westerly 02891
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 area2,442 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 79% of homes nearby
Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger
Bigger than 57% of homes nearby
Year built1892
OlderTypical 1975Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Westerly 02891 | Washington County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,442 ft² | 79% of homes | 82% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.46 ac | 57% of homes | 47% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1892 | 4% of homes | 4% of homes |
About 42 Wawaloam Dr
When did 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI last sell?
42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI last sold on May 20, 2005 for $5,300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI?
42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,442 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.
When was 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI built?
42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI was built in 1892, making it 134 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI?
42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI is assigned to Dunn's Corners Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Westerly Middle School (middle), rated B-; 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 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI compare to other homes in Westerly 02891?
Among the 10,296 homes in Westerly 02891, it is bigger than 79% of them (2,442 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1892 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 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI?
The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Wawaloam Dr, Westerly, RI was $54,541. The county assessed it at $7,671,000.
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