An incredible value in the heart of Newport’s coveted Point neighborhood with over 3200 sq ft., the John Fry House (c.1760) offers grand living, designer style, and rich colonial history. A rare combination of two historic homes, this 3,242 sq ft residence features 6 fireplaces, original paneling, hardwood floors, crown molding, and beamed ceilings. The spacious kitchen—with a massive hearth, stainless steel appliances, and large island—is perfect for entertaining. Four large bedrooms and three baths on the second floor, plus an additional bedroom, bath, and vaulted great room/bunk room on the third floor provide flexible living space. Enjoy central A/C, off-street parking, an EV charger, and a charming fenced courtyard with a freshly painted exterior, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. With limited yard work, this home is an ideal condo alternative—walkable to everything Newport has to offer.
For sale
Price cut: $101K (9/22)
$1,699,000
35 2nd St, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
3,242sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1760
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$524/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large islandCharming fenced courtyardOff-street parkingThree bathsFour large bedroomsFreshly painted exteriorSpacious kitchen
- 44 days
- 1,668
- 105
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hillary Olinger 401-225-1705,
SERHANT.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1420875
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
Bathroom
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Recreation room
- Level: Third
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,242
- Total interior livable area: 3,242 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,242
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
- Features: Local Historic District, Corner Lot, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM016B0226
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Wood
- Foundation: Mixed, Stone, Unknown
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1760
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Individual Meter
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Hospital, Interstate, 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: $524/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,558,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,537
- Date on market: 8/18/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Price change | $1,699,000-5.6%$524/sqft |
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| 8/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,999+0.1%$555/sqft |
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| 8/17/2026 | Listing removed | $1,799,000$555/sqft |
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| 8/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $16,000+137%$5/sqft |
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| 4/20/2026 | Price change | $1,799,000-4.8%$555/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listing removed | $6,750$2/sqft |
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| 3/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000$583/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Contingent | $1,890,000$583/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,750+3.8%$2/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Price change | $1,890,000-5.3%$583/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+27.7%$615/sqft |
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| 9/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/5/2023 | Listed for rent | $6,500$2/sqft |
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| 4/14/2023 | Sold | $1,561,700-7.6%$482/sqft |
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| 3/15/2023 | Pending sale | $1,690,000$521/sqft |
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| 3/3/2023 | Contingent | $1,690,000$521/sqft |
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| 11/29/2022 | Price change | $1,690,000-8.4%$521/sqft |
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| 10/25/2022 | Price change | $1,845,000-5.4%$569/sqft |
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| 10/13/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$601/sqft |
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| 10/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/27/2022 | Price change | $1,950,000-9.3%$601/sqft |
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| 8/22/2022 | Price change | $2,150,000-8.5%$663/sqft |
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| 7/22/2022 | Price change | $2,350,000-13%$725/sqft |
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| 6/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,700,000+109.3%$833/sqft |
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| 6/9/2017 | Sold | $1,290,000-4.1%$398/sqft |
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| 2/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,345,000+89.4%$415/sqft |
Source: Lila Delman Real Estate #1122243 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2012 | Sold | $710,000+181.2%$219/sqft |
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| 9/1/1995 | Sold | $252,500$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,537 +5.7% | $1,558,000 |
| 2024 | $12,807 -10.3% | $1,558,000 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $14,277 | $1,485,600 |
| 2022 | $14,277 +3% | $1,485,600 |
| 2021 | $13,861 +25.4% | $1,485,600 +38.1% |
| 2020 | $11,056 | $1,075,500 |
| 2019 | $11,056 +2.9% | $1,075,500 |
| 2018 | $10,744 +28.2% | $1,075,500 +43.8% |
| 2017 | $8,383 +2.6% | $747,800 |
| 2016 | $8,173 +2.4% | $747,800 |
| 2015 | $7,979 -12.1% | $747,800 -0.7% |
| 2014 | $9,081 +6.2% | $753,000 |
| 2012 | $8,554 +10.7% | $753,000 -3.3% |
| 2011 | $7,729 +3.9% | $778,300 |
| 2010 | $7,441 +0.4% | $778,300 |
| 2009 | $7,409 -8.3% | $778,300 -16.5% |
| 2008 | $8,079 +4% | $931,800 |
| 2007 | $7,771 | $931,800 |
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