Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,044 sqft$1,614/sqft
288 Spring St, Block Island, RI 02807
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.34 acresLot Size
1967Year Built
$1,614/sq ftPrice per sq ft
7 carsParking Spaces

Description

This waterfront retro-modern Block Island cottage sits on almost four acres and is the front row seat to the Atlantic Ocean. Arguably one of the best views on the Island, this elegant property has privacy and invites you to sit and rest while experiencing the uplifting sensations that only the ocean can provide. Built in 1967 and fully renovated, this 3-bedroom 2 bath home takes full advantage of its location. Fresh open inverted floor plan with a second-floor combined kitchen, living, dining and...This waterfront retro-modern Block Island cottage sits on almost four acres and is the front row seat to the Atlantic Ocean. Arguably one of the best views on the Island, this elegant property has privacy and invites you to sit and rest while experiencing the uplifting sensations that only the ocean can provide. Built in 1967 and fully renovated, this 3-bedroom 2 bath home takes full advantage of its location. Fresh open inverted floor plan with a second-floor combined kitchen, living, dining and primary suite offers unparalleled, plunging views of the ocean. An exceptional home for outdoor entertaining with several elevated waterside decks, a well-appointed lower patio area, a cleared lawn, walking path and a custom designed fire pit area. All aspects of this home inside and out, take full advantage of beachfront living. Wake up to the colors of the Block Island sky for sunrise, fish, swim, surf, entertain, vacation. Do it all or just sit back and appreciate each mesmerizing wave and the peaceful privacy of waterfront living.

Listing Agents

  1. Rosemary Tobin

    Rosemary Tobin

    Listing Agent

    Lila Delman Compass

    P: (401) 741-1825

  2. Emma Andy

    Emma Andy

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Lila Delman Compass

    P: (860) 681-8889

    M: (860) 681-8889

Listing closed: 08/16/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, MLS#: 1323499

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,775,000

Avg days on market

97

Sale-to-list ratio

91.4%

Block Island, RI

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1

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Square Feet
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3
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1,680
Square Feet
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$3,300,000 | 269 Spring Street, Block Island, RI 02807
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Square Feet
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3
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1,772
Square Feet
2.06
Acres
$2,750,000 | 270 Spring Street, Block Island, RI 02807
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$2,750,000

Sold 11/01/24

4
Bedrooms
2,366
Square Feet
1.48
Acres
$1,450,000 | 1053 Cooneymus Road, Block Island, RI 02807
1/21
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Sold 10/23/25

3
Bedrooms
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Square Feet
2.06
Acres
$1,770,000 | 416 Payne Road, Block Island, RI 02807
1/31
7

$1,770,000

Sold 11/15/24

3
Bedrooms
1,440
Square Feet
0.92
Acres
$1,625,000 | 1806 High Street, Unit 3, Block Island, RI 02807
1/15
8

$1,625,000

Sold 08/26/26

3
Bedrooms
2,200
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$1,350,000 | 366 High Street, Block Island, RI 02807
1/24
9

$1,350,000

Sold 10/01/24

3
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
0.39
Acres

Location

Sold By Lila Delman Compass

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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 288 Spring Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,692 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Southeast
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Raised Ranch
  • Waterfront Y N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Front, Water Access, Walk To Water, Waterfront
  • View: Saltwater, Water
  • Furnished: Furnished
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Lot Size: 3.34 AC / 145,490 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Block Island
  • Community Features: Near Schools, Recreation Area, Shopping
  • Postal City: Block Island
  • Postal Code: 02807
  • State Or Province: RI
  • View Y N: Yes
  • Zoning: RA
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage Y N: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Y N: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • Parking Total: 7
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $12,692.46
  • Tax Assessed Value: 2625400
  • Tax Lot: 59
  • Tax Year: 2022
Virtual Tour
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2044.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 2044.0
  • Living Area: 2,044.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.34
  • Lot Size Area: 145490.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 145490.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 288SPRINGSTNSHM
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Cash
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1967
  • C L I P: 4,658,240,414
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Skylights, Furnished
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Window Features: Skylights
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 288 Spring Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 16, 2023

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1323499

$3,300,000
Aug 16, 2023

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1323499

Aug 10, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516959945

$3,300,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/16/2023

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1323499

$3,300,000
08/16/2023

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1323499

08/10/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516959945

$3,300,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 288 Spring Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,695,300Additions$920,000Total$2,615,300
Tax Record2025$15,064 ($1,255 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,144 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt900 SqFtStories1Lot Size145,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1967Year Renovated1967ZoningRACountyWASHINGTONAPNBLOC M:08 L:059

Schools near 288 Spring Street

This home is within New Shoreham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Block Island School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 288 Spring Street, Block Island, RI 02807
$3,300,000
3
2,044
145,490
140,699
$1,675,000
4
4,426
85,813
4
2.5
1,175
183,162
$873,800
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1
852
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3
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780,000

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