First built as a summer cottage in 1928, 53 Green St. on Blue Bell Cove in Portsmouth has been home to the current owners since 1974. This 6500 SqFt lot, looks out over the water with 61 Ft of waterfront and direct access to the shore. The cottage is two stories with 3 bedrooms and 1 and ½ baths, living room, dining room, eat in kitchen/ great room and is approx. 1282 SqFt. With vintage charm remaining, many of the mechanics have been updated including septic, oil tank and most windows. Time for the new owners to come in and make it their own cottage on the water. Recent updates include interior walls/ceiling repaired and painted, new vinyl floor tiles in dining and half bath installed, kitchen cabinets sanded and painted, countertop update and window trim installed and more.
Sold for $734,020
$734,020
53 Green St, Portsmouth, RI 02871
3beds
1,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
6,499.15 Square Feet Lot
$794,200 Zestimate®
$573/sqft
$3,656 Estimated rent
Home value
$794,200
$754,000 - $834,000
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Two storiesWindow trim installedCountertop updateDining roomVintage charm
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Listed by:
Cathy Wicks 401-225-8555,
Hogan Associates Christie's
Bought with:
Cathy Wicks, REB.0017105
Hogan Associates Christie's
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1405558
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14
Bathroom
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: First
- Area: 9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3
Bathroom
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: Second
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6
Other
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9
Other
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: First
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: First
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17
Other
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: First
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Height 7 to 9 ft
- Level: First
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17
Heating
- Oil, Baseboard, Zoned
Cooling
- None
Features
- Wall (Paneled), Wall (Plaster), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Laundry,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,282
- Total interior livable area: 1,282 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,282
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Beach, Flood Insurance, River, Saltwater Front, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 6,499 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Foundation area: 792
- Parcel number: PORTM020B0169
- Zoning: R10
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Paneled, Plaster, Shingles, Vinyl Siding, Wood
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Meter
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Sold | $734,020-5.3%$573/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1405558 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2026 | Pending sale | $775,000$605/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1405558 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2026 | Contingent | $775,000$605/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1405558 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+3.5%$605/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1405558 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listing removed | $749,000$584/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73410408 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$584/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1391076 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000$623/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73410408 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,601 +0.8% | $723,000 |
| 2024 | $9,529 +52.4% | $723,000 +79.9% |
| 2023 | $6,254 | $401,900 |
| 2022 | $6,254 +1.6% | $401,900 |
| 2021 | $6,153 -34.7% | $401,900 |
| 2020 | $9,427 +16.7% | $401,900 +38.1% |
| 2019 | $8,080 +73.9% | $291,000 |
| 2018 | $4,647 +3.6% | $291,000 |
| 2017 | $4,487 +2.1% | $291,000 +6% |
| 2016 | $4,394 +1.3% | $274,600 |
| 2015 | $4,339 | $274,600 |
| 2014 | $4,339 -8.6% | $274,600 -15.9% |
| 2013 | $4,745 +2% | $326,600 |
| 2012 | $4,651 +2.4% | $326,600 |
| 2011 | $4,543 +3% | $326,600 -16.3% |
| 2010 | $4,409 +0.3% | $390,200 |
| 2009 | $4,394 +3.9% | $390,200 |
| 2008 | $4,230 +11.2% | $390,200 +16.8% |
| 2007 | $3,803 +5.8% | $334,200 |
| 2006 | $3,593 +3.9% | $334,200 |
| 2005 | $3,459 +12.9% | $334,200 +76.7% |
| 2004 | $3,063 -1.6% | $189,100 |
| 2003 | $3,113 | $189,100 |
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Neighborhood: 02871
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Howard Hathaway SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 9/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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- Rhode Island
- Newport County
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- 53 Green St
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