This adorable Victorian cottage in East Newport has been completely renovated, offering modern convenience with historic charm. Updates include new plumbing, electric, siding, windows, and drywall, ensuring a comfortable low-maintenance home. The open-concept living area flows into a spacious kitchen with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and hardwood floors. A great basement provides ample storage, while the outdoor patio and entertaining area are perfect for gatherings. Additional features include a parking pad and a small shed. Located just steps from all the city's amenities, this home is a perfect blend of style, functionality, and convenience!
Sold for $210,000
$210,000
226 Forest St, Newport, KY 41071
1beds
848sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1890
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$224,600 Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$1,363 Estimated rent
Home value
$224,600
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Great basementModern convenienceHistoric charmSpacious kitchenParking padVaulted ceilingsAbundant natural light
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Listed by:
Mark Ramler 859-466-0243,
Pivot Realty Group
Bought with:
Martha Leach, 216836
Huff Realty - Florence
Source: NKMLS,MLS#: 628366
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Living room
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: First
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Primary bath
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: First
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 5 x 12
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Zoned, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Kitchen Island, Storage, Pantry, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl Clad Window(s), Vinyl Frames
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 848
- Total interior livable area: 848 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Fencing: Wrought Iron,Perimeter,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.6 x 100
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 9999902873.00
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Existing Structure
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $139,000
- Annual tax amount: $357
- Date on market: 10/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2025 | Sold | $210,000-4.5%$248/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Pending sale | $219,900$259/sqft |
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| 11/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $219,900+96.3%$259/sqft |
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| 5/8/2018 | Sold | $112,000-49.1%$132/sqft |
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| 2/5/1999 | Sold | $220,000+816.7%$259/sqft |
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| 5/14/1997 | Sold | $24,000$28/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $357 +37.6% | $139,000 +24.1% |
| 2023 | $259 -10.4% | $112,000 |
| 2022 | $290 -2.9% | $112,000 |
| 2021 | $298 +44.2% | $112,000 |
| 2018 | $207 -25.3% | $112,000 +869.7% |
| 2017 | $277 +0.1% | $11,550 |
| 2016 | $277 | $11,550 |
| 2015 | $277 +199.5% | $11,550 |
| 2014 | $92 | $11,550 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,550 |
| 2012 | -- | $11,550 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,550 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,550 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,550 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,550 -66.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $34,830 +5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $32,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $32,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $32,900 +13.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,900 |
| 2002 | $101 | $28,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $28,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $28,900 |
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Neighborhood: 41071
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NANewport Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Newport High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Newport Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Npt Primary Intermed
- Middle: Newport Intermediate
- High: Newport High
Source: NKMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Kentucky
- Campbell County
- Newport
- 41071
- 226 Forest St
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