Located in the historic and utterly charming Point section, this spacious colonial is one of the most important and intact eighteenth-century homes in Newport. The c1750 historic residence has been meticulously restored and updated, and includes central air and an eight-kilowatt full-house generator. The bluestone drive leads past specimen trees to a colorful perennial garden and exquisite intimate patio area. A perfect location just a stroll away from town to enjoy Newport's shops, fine restaurants, and active waterfront.
Sold for $2,350,000
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$2,350,000
53 1/2 Washington St, Newport, RI 02840
3beds
2baths
2,856sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1750
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$2,892,700 Zestimate®
$823/sqft
$4,425 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,892,700
$2.60M - $3.24M
$4,425/mo
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2.5
Heating
- Other, Oil
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,856 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM016B0014L4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1750
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $823/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,248,100
- Annual tax amount: $16,141
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4/2024 | Sold | $2,350,000+879.2%$823/sqft |
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| 4/1/2016 | Sold | $240,000-68.3%$84/sqft |
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| 9/18/2002 | Sold | $757,500$265/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,141 +3% | $2,248,100 |
| 2024 | $15,669 +2% | $2,248,100 +40.7% |
| 2023 | $15,357 | $1,598,000 |
| 2022 | $15,357 +3% | $1,598,000 |
| 2021 | $14,909 +7.4% | $1,598,000 +18.4% |
| 2020 | $13,880 | $1,350,200 |
| 2019 | $13,880 +2.9% | $1,350,200 |
| 2018 | $13,488 +5.8% | $1,350,200 +18.8% |
| 2017 | $12,744 +2.6% | $1,136,800 |
| 2016 | $12,425 +2.4% | $1,136,800 |
| 2015 | $12,130 +0.7% | $1,136,800 +13.8% |
| 2014 | $12,046 +6.2% | $998,800 |
| 2012 | $11,346 +13.9% | $998,800 -0.4% |
| 2011 | $9,962 +3.9% | $1,003,200 |
| 2010 | $9,591 +0.4% | $1,003,200 |
| 2009 | $9,550 -2.4% | $1,003,200 -11.1% |
| 2008 | $9,782 +4% | $1,128,300 |
| 2007 | $9,410 | $1,128,300 |
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Neighborhood: The Point
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Rogers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Pell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.4 mi
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Estimated market value
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- Rhode Island
- Newport County
- Newport
- 02840
- The Point
- 53 1/2 Washington St
