Located in Newport’s coveted Fifth Ward neighborhood, this 1985 contemporary is perfect for owner occupants, rental investors, or those looking for a downtown pied-a-terre. The three level home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and just under 1100 square feet of living space. The house has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated. Recent updates include a new boiler installed in 2017, new siding, installation of a water filtration system for the home, new appliances, new tiled bathroom, a south-facing deck off of the kitchen that overlooks the fully-fenced in backyard. The low maintenance patio means no need to mow a lawn, and the cobblestone lined flower beds offer the opportunity to show off your green thumb. There is additional storage space on the side of the home for bikes, surfboards, a garden shed, and more. If you’ve been looking for a downtown escape to enjoy the Newport experience, look no further than 39 Simmons Street! Subject to the sellers finding suitable housing.
Sold for $600,000
$600,000
39 Simmons St, Newport, RI 02840
2beds
1,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
2,291.26 Square Feet Lot
$865,100 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$3,812 Estimated rent
Home value
$865,100
$796,000 - $952,000
$3,812/mo
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Bought with:
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Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1343895
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Shower Stall
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Gas Connected
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Stairs, Plumbing (Copper), Plumbing (PVC), Insulation (Floors), Insulation (Walls), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,088
- Total interior livable area: 1,088 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,088
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Flood Insurance, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 2,291 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM039B0375L4
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Cable TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Clapboard, Shingles
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Individual Meter
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Hospital, Marina, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Newport
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Listing removed | $6,000$6/sqft |
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| 11/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $6,000-25%$6/sqft |
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| 8/26/2024 | Listing removed | $8,000$7/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1356538 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2024 | Price change | $8,000-20%$7/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1356538 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $10,000$9/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1356538 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2023 | Sold | $600,000-4%$551/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1343895 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2023 | Contingent | $625,000$574/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$574/sqft |
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| 9/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $650,000+490.9%$597/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1343895 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/1999 | Sold | $110,000$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,146 +3.6% | $592,200 -2% |
| 2024 | $4,965 +8.2% | $604,000 +26.5% |
| 2023 | $4,589 | $477,500 |
| 2022 | $4,589 +3% | $477,500 |
| 2021 | $4,455 +13% | $477,500 +24.4% |
| 2020 | $3,944 | $383,700 |
| 2019 | $3,944 +2.9% | $383,700 |
| 2018 | $3,833 +10.5% | $383,700 +24% |
| 2017 | $3,469 +2.5% | $309,500 |
| 2016 | $3,383 +2.5% | $309,500 |
| 2015 | $3,302 -7.8% | $309,500 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $3,582 +6.2% | $297,000 |
| 2012 | $3,374 +3.7% | $297,000 -9.3% |
| 2011 | $3,253 +3.9% | $327,600 |
| 2010 | $3,132 +0.4% | $327,600 |
| 2009 | $3,119 -0.8% | $327,600 -9.7% |
| 2008 | $3,144 +4% | $362,600 |
| 2007 | $3,024 +4% | $362,600 |
| 2006 | $2,908 +9.4% | $362,600 +95.1% |
| 2005 | $2,657 +11.2% | $185,900 |
| 2002 | $2,389 | $185,900 |
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Neighborhood: Fifth Ward
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Rogers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Pell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.3 mi
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