Set on nearly an acre in Newport’s coveted Ocean Drive neighborhood, 124 Harrison Avenue is the personal home of acclaimed interior designer Ruthie Sommers, author of A Newport Summer, whose work has appeared in Architectural Digest, Town & Country, Veranda and House Beautiful. Designed as her own Newport retreat, this rare single-level residence offers four bedrooms, a new white-plaster saline pool, mature gardens and exceptional privacy. The completely renovated kitchen centers on a 10-foot island and features Miele appliances, Caesarstone counters, an Italian white onyx and marble cooking surround, and The Galley workstation sink. The reimagined living room features a raised ceiling and fireplace, while an adjoining sunroom overlooks the grounds. Custom Iksel and Nobilis wall coverings, curated lighting and beautifully renovated baths reflect Sommers’ signature collected aesthetic. Outside, fenced grounds are anchored by a magnificent historic beech tree, sycamores, lindens, hydrangeas, expansive lawn and a new bluestone dining terrace. Extensive design plans envision a new primary suite, enlarged family room and Old Newport-style foyer, offering a thoughtful roadmap for future expansion.
For sale
$4,395,000
124 Harrison Ave, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
2,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
0.92 Acres Lot
$4,109,900 Zestimate®
$1,516/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New white-plaster saline poolMagnificent historic beech treeMiele appliancesFour bedroomsRare single-level residenceBeautifully renovated bathsRaised ceiling
- 36 days
- 1,667
- 135
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rebecca King 401-849-3000,
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1422270
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Shower Stall, Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Walls)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Laundry,Media Room,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,284
- Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,284
- Finished area below ground: 616
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Integral, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: One Level
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Features: Local Historic District, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM041B0302
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Water: Individual Meter
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Subdivision: Harrison Estates | Ny Yacht Club
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,516/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,303,700
- Annual tax amount: $20,016
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
Estimated market value
$4,109,900
$3.90M - $4.32M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,395,000+75.8%$1,516/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Listing removed | $7,500$3/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $7,500-16.7%$3/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listed for rent | $9,000+28.6%$3/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Listing removed | $7,000$2/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,000-12.5%$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $8,000+23.1%$3/sqft |
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| 9/26/2023 | Price change | $6,500-18.8%$2/sqft |
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| 8/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $8,000$3/sqft |
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| 8/16/2022 | Sold | $2,500,000-5.7%$862/sqft |
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| 7/29/2022 | Pending sale | $2,650,000$914/sqft |
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| 7/12/2022 | Contingent | $2,650,000$914/sqft |
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| 6/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+6.2%$914/sqft |
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| 4/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/29/2022 | Price change | $2,495,000-5.8%$860/sqft |
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| 3/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+32.8%$914/sqft |
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| 11/19/2021 | Sold | $1,995,000+104.6%$688/sqft |
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| 9/30/2004 | Sold | $975,000+193.7%$336/sqft |
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| 12/3/1996 | Sold | $332,000$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,017 +6.1% | $2,303,700 +0.4% |
| 2024 | $18,858 +96.1% | $2,294,200 +129.3% |
| 2023 | $9,617 | $1,000,700 |
| 2022 | $9,617 +3% | $1,000,700 |
| 2021 | $9,337 -14.9% | $1,000,700 -6.2% |
| 2020 | $10,966 | $1,066,700 |
| 2019 | $10,966 +2.9% | $1,066,700 |
| 2018 | $10,656 +11.8% | $1,066,700 +25.4% |
| 2017 | $9,535 +2.6% | $850,600 |
| 2016 | $9,297 +2.4% | $850,600 |
| 2015 | $9,076 +12.1% | $850,600 +26.7% |
| 2014 | $8,095 +6.2% | $671,200 |
| 2012 | $7,625 -4% | $671,200 -16.1% |
| 2011 | $7,942 +3.9% | $799,800 |
| 2010 | $7,646 +0.4% | $799,800 |
| 2009 | $7,614 -6.2% | $799,800 -14.6% |
| 2008 | $8,119 +4% | $936,400 |
| 2007 | $7,810 +4% | $936,400 |
| 2006 | $7,510 -2.3% | $936,400 +74.1% |
| 2005 | $7,687 +11.2% | $537,900 |
| 2002 | $6,912 | $537,900 |
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Neighborhood: Ocean Drive
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