Great investment, close to Newport’s renowned Cliff Walk and vibrant downtown, this beautifully renovated cottage offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort. Featuring four bedrooms and two full baths, including a first-floor ensuite bedroom. Hardwood flooring runs throughout the home. The updated kitchen features a spacious center island, quartz countertops, and Frigidaire Professional stainless steel appliances. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the dining area and sitting room, creating a warm and inviting space. The bright living room is highlighted by three windows filling the space with natural light. The first-floor ensuite bedroom offers added convenience, while three additional bedrooms upstairs provide comfortable accommodations. Both full baths have been thoughtfully renovated with ceramic tile, nickel gap wainscoting, elegant glass tub/shower doors, and beautifully appointed wood-accented vanities. The basement offers convenient laundry facilities along with additional storage space. Outside private back patio creates an ideal setting for summer entertaining, outdoor dining, or relaxing after a day by the water. Additional improvements include a gas Navien heating system and a new roof, offering both comfort and peace of mind. Ideally located just moments from the beach, Cliff Walk, historic mansions, Bellevue Avenue shops, and Newport’s renowned waterfront dining, this charming cottage puts the very best of Newport right at your doorstep.
For sale
$1,200,000
31 Slocum St, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
1,305sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1,890 Square Feet Lot
$1,169,400 Zestimate®
$920/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully renovated cottageSpacious center islandFour bedroomsNew roofUpdated kitchenQuartz countertopsFirst-floor ensuite bedroom
- 32 days
- 742
- 35
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Grace Cimo McCluskey 401-849-3000,
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1421584
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Gas Connected
Cooling
- Other, None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Laundry
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,305
- Total interior livable area: 1,305 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,305
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water
Lot
- Size: 1,890 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM034B0174
- Zoning: r10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Plaster, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Hospital, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $920/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $902,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,991
- Date on market: 9/2/2026
Estimated market value
$1,169,400
$1.11M - $1.23M
$3,532/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+25%$920/sqft |
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| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $3,000-6.3%$2/sqft |
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| 8/2/2026 | Price change | $3,200-8.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $3,500-5.4%$3/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Price change | $3,700-11.9%$3/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,200-6.7%$3/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,500-55%$3/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listing removed | $10,000$8/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $10,000-23.1%$8/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listed for rent | $13,000-13.3%$10/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$11/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000$11/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$11/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000-11.8%$11/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Listing removed | $17,000$13/sqft |
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| 10/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $17,000+277.8%$13/sqft |
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| 10/1/2024 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 8/24/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 7/9/2024 | Sold | $960,000+70.7%$736/sqft |
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| 1/5/2024 | Sold | $562,500+389.1%$431/sqft |
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| 10/27/1998 | Sold | $115,000$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,839 +57.8% | $902,200 +49.3% |
| 2024 | $4,968 +30.5% | $604,400 +52.6% |
| 2023 | $3,807 | $396,100 |
| 2022 | $3,807 +3% | $396,100 |
| 2021 | $3,696 +0.9% | $396,100 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $3,663 | $356,300 |
| 2019 | $3,663 +2.9% | $356,300 |
| 2018 | $3,559 +3.8% | $356,300 +16.5% |
| 2017 | $3,428 +2.6% | $305,800 |
| 2016 | $3,342 +2.4% | $305,800 |
| 2015 | $3,263 +0.8% | $305,800 +13.9% |
| 2014 | $3,238 +6.2% | $268,500 |
| 2012 | $3,050 +0.9% | $268,500 -11.8% |
| 2011 | $3,023 +3.9% | $304,400 |
| 2010 | $2,910 +0.4% | $304,400 |
| 2009 | $2,898 -16.4% | $304,400 -23.9% |
| 2008 | $3,467 +4% | $399,900 |
| 2007 | $3,335 +4% | $399,900 |
| 2006 | $3,207 +12.8% | $399,900 +101% |
| 2005 | $2,844 +11.2% | $199,000 |
| 2002 | $2,557 | $199,000 |
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