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Westerly

Washington County, RI

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
D
36/100
⚠️ CAUTION
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
5/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
9/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
5/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
-0.4%
Negative Cash Flow
Median Home
$600K
Very Expensive
Room to Grow
15/15
Excellent Headroom

STRs Generally Permitted

STRs generally allowed with standard permits

No major restrictions known. Standard registration and tax collection may be required. Check local ordinances for specific requirements.

Permit: Moderate
AI-generated regulation data · Regulations change frequently
📋 Before You Invest
Even in STR-friendly markets, confirm the details for your specific property. Call the Westerly City Clerk or Planning & Zoning Department and ask:
1. Are short-term rentals (under 30 days) allowed at [your address]?
2. What permits or licenses are required?
3. Are there owner-occupancy requirements?
4. Any caps on rental nights per year or number of permits?
Regulation details vary by neighborhood and zoning district — always verify for your specific address.

Why Westerly?

Beach Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🏖️
Coastal Destination

Beach proximity drives premium nightly rates and strong seasonal demand from vacationers.

📈
Growing Market

Population and economic growth signal increasing demand and property appreciation potential.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
D
Negative Cash Flow
CoC: -0.4%
Can You Pay the Bills?
Risky
May struggle with payments
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Below average. Significant challenges may impact profitability.

💵
$322
Avg ADR
📅
50%
Occupancy
💰
$4,833
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$600K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$2,658
2BR
$3,625
3BR
$4,833
4BR
$6,525
5BR
$7,974
6BR+
$9,424
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEOcean Views
+25%
MUST HAVEBeach Access
+22%
HIGH IMPACTPool
+18%
HIGH IMPACTOutdoor Shower
+8%
NICE TO HAVEBeach Gear
+10%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $9,424/month
2
Add a Ocean Views
Boost revenue by +25%
3
Target $6,041/month
Top 25% performer income goal

📋 Regulation Status

LegalPermit: Moderate

Regulations vary by city and county. Always verify local STR ordinances, permit requirements, and zoning laws before purchasing.

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Westerly, Rhode Island is rated D for Airbnb investment with a score of 36/100 (CAUTION). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $322, 50% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $4,833. Median home value is $599,770 with a cash-on-cash return of -0.4%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.