10 Bluff Ave

10,000 Sq. Ft.
$1,760 / Sq. Ft.
10,000
Sq. Ft.
$1,760
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Award winning designer Giancarlo Valle has re-imagined this c.1903 classic shingle-style home to create a magnificent coastal escape with a modern sensibility. Resting on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this beachfront architectural masterpiece is a prized jewel in Watch Hill, RI. Featured in Architectural Digest, this timeless treasure was designed to be a comfortable family home with a spirited edge. The sprawling interior boasts nearly 10,000 square feet and encompasses five levels of...Award winning designer Giancarlo Valle has re-imagined this c.1903 classic shingle-style home to create a magnificent coastal escape with a modern sensibility. Resting on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this beachfront architectural masterpiece is a prized jewel in Watch Hill, RI. Featured in Architectural Digest, this timeless treasure was designed to be a comfortable family home with a spirited edge. The sprawling interior boasts nearly 10,000 square feet and encompasses five levels of well-defined space for family and guests. A reconfigured modern layout seamlessly affords indoor/outdoor living, with distinct areas for entertaining. The estate has 160 feet of beach frontage and includes a private beach cabana. The panoramic 360 degree views of the Atlantic Ocean are simply breathtaking at every vantage point. The home offers 9 bedrooms, 5 fireplaces, 2 kitchens and an award winning library. In 2018, the library was awarded 1stdibs "50 Rooms of Distinction." The main kitchen is adorned with a La Cornue range, double wine refrigerator & three dishwashers. Located on the beachfront level, the summer kitchen is positioned off of an expansive deck overlooking the open ocean w/ a heated 15’x50' solid limestone pool. The lush plantings and beautiful landscaping were designed by acclaimed horticulturist Joseph Hillenmeyer. Located near the iconic Ocean House Resort, this majestic offering of 10 Bluff is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Listing Agent

  1. Lori Joyal

    Lori Joyal

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    lori.joyal@compass.com

    P: (401)-742-1225

Property Details for 10 Bluff Avenue

Subdivision Name
WATCH HILL BEACHFRONT
Waterfront Y N
Yes
Waterfront Features
Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Front, Walk To Water, Waterfront
View
Saltwater, Water
LISTING UPDATED: 08/02/2021 08:10 PM

Property Details for 10 Bluff Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #1222355
Days on Market136
Taxes$135,385 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1903
Lot Size3.19 AC / 138,956 SF
CountyWashington County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Lila Delman Real Estate

Sold By Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.

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Building Information for 10 Bluff Avenue

Stories3Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size3.19 AC / 138,956 SF

Payment Calculator

$97,061 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$85,779

Property Taxes

$11,282

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 10 Bluff Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Westerly
  • Community Features: Golf, Marina
  • Postal City: Westerly
  • Postal Code: 02891
  • Postal Code Plus4: 5704
  • State Or Province: RI
  • View Y N: Yes
  • 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: 14
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $135,385.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 12034300
  • Tax Lot: 16
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 10000.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 10000.0
  • Living Area: 10,000.00
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.19
  • Lot Size Area: 138956.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 138956.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 10BLUFFAVWEST
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Business Type: Other
  • Buyer Financing: Cash
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1903
  • C L I P: 2,678,448,089
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Features: In Ground
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oil Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk Out Access
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 8
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 9
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Marble, Stone
  • Fireplaces Total: 5
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Rooms Total: 18
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 10 Bluff Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 1, 2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

$17,600,000
Sep 19, 2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

May 6, 2019

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

$18,900,000
Oct 26, 2015

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1097272

May 23, 2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1097272

$14,900,000
Sep 30, 2013

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

$9,750,000
Sep 30, 2013

Sold

SMARTMLS #E265712

$9,750,000
Aug 20, 2013

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

Aug 20, 2013

Contract Signed

SMARTMLS #E265712

Apr 12, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E257174

$11,000,000
Apr 12, 2013

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

$10,750,000
Apr 12, 2013

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E265712

$10,750,000
Apr 11, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1014628

Apr 11, 2012

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E257174

$11,000,000
Apr 11, 2012

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1014628

$11,000,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/01/2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

$17,600,000
09/19/2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

05/06/2019

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1222355

$18,900,000
10/26/2015

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1097272

05/23/2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1097272

$14,900,000
09/30/2013

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

$9,750,000
09/30/2013

Sold

SMARTMLS #E265712

$9,750,000
08/20/2013

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

08/20/2013

Contract Signed

SMARTMLS #E265712

04/12/2013

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E257174

$11,000,000
04/12/2013

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1038085

$10,750,000
04/12/2013

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E265712

$10,750,000
04/11/2013

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1014628

04/11/2012

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E257174

$11,000,000
04/11/2012

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1014628

$11,000,000

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

Public Records for 10 Bluff Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$16,597,700Additions$6,870,200Total$23,467,900
Tax Record2025$166,857 ($13,905 / month)
Home Facts
Beds9Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt7,806 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,806 SqFtStories3Lot Size116,741 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1903CountyWASHINGTONAPNWEST M:185 B:16

Schools near 10 Bluff Avenue

This home is within Westerly School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
State Street School
PublicK to 4

Westerly Middle School
Public5 to 8

Westerly High School
Public9 to 12

Dunn's Corners School
PublicK to 4

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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