Step into summer at Mary Carpenter’s in Matunuck! Just across the street from the beach. This fully renovated seasonal cottage is the perfect blend of charm and modern comfort. Enjoy ocean views and brand-new upgrades throughout—roof, siding, windows, front door, electrical, plumbing, kitchen cabinets, flooring, shower, toilet, and vanity. Wake up to the sound of the waves, spend your days swimming, surfing, sunbathing, fishing, or boating, and stroll to local favorites like the Ocean Mist, The Pub, Vanilla Bean, Matunuck Pizza, the Surf Shop, and Sea View Market. Evenings are for catching live shows at Theatre By The Sea or watching the sunset with your toes in the sand. From morning coffee on the porch to beach days that turn into starry nights, this turnkey cottage is your invitation to the ultimate coastal lifestyle. Open seasonally from the first Friday in May through October 15th—this is Matunuck Coastal Living at its best. On leased land and cannot be rented.
For sale
$230,000
854-L23 Matunuck Beach Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879
0beds
256sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$898/sqft
$383/mo HOA
What's special
Turnkey cottageOcean viewsSound of the wavesBrand-new upgrades
- 229 days |
- 1,246 |
- 25 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 21, 2026 at 02:31pm
Listed by:
Chad Dupuis 401-261-2218,
Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1392426
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Level: First
Dining area
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- None
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Plumbing (Mixed)
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 256
- Total interior livable area: 256 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 256
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water
Details
- On leased land: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: In Fee, Septic Tank
- Water: In Fee
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Highway Access, Marina, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Near Shopping, Near Swimming
- Subdivision: Mary Carpenter's / Matunuck
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $4,600 annually
Location
- Region: Wakefield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $898/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $900
- Date on market: 8/12/2025
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000$898/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1392426 Report a problem | ||
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Public tax history
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Est. payment
$1,743/mo
Principal & interest
$1186
HOA Fees
$383
Property taxes
$174
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Neighborhood: 02879
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Matunuck SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- NACurtis Corner Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 8/10South Kingstown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
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