Premier LOCATION, glorious Washington Street. Built for a prominent Newport merchant shipper, the Potter-Minturn house is located on the prestigious waterfront Washington Street, in Newport's historic Point section. Enjoy water views from every level and water access within 100 feet to launch your kayak, paddle board or take a leisurely waterfront stroll. Since 1750, each owner has lovingly retained the home's historic nature while seamlessly blending modern functionality with old-world charm. Highlights include a fabulous new custom kitchen and English cottage garden and patio designed by Katherine Field & Associates. Gracious rooms for entertaining include the sun filled living room, dining room and kitchen, a cozy reading room with wood burning stove, high ceilings and beautiful floors. Ample room for family, guests, or work productivity with 4-5 bedrooms, office/den, spacious 2nd floor laundry room. Central A/C and Generator. This quiet neighborhood is a short stroll to shops, restaurants and cultural activities. The Point has the largest collection of colonial homes in the country, this neighborhood is enchanting in all seasons.
Sold for $2,350,000
$2,350,000
53 Washington St, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
2,856sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1750
5,000.69 Square Feet Lot
$2,747,300 Zestimate®
$823/sqft
$4,958 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,747,300
$2.53M - $3.02M
$4,958/mo
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Modern functionalityCozy reading roomAmple roomEnglish cottage gardenGracious roomsBeautiful floorsFabulous new custom kitchen
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Listed by:
Kimberly Doherty 401-862-3956,
Lila Delman Compass
Bought with:
Libby Kirwin, REB.0017170
Libby Kirwin Real Estate
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1342221
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Shower Stall
Heating
- Oil, Central Air, Forced Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Oven/Range, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Work Shop
- Attic: Attic Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Brick, Insert, Wood Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,856
- Total interior livable area: 2,856 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,856
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Access, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks
Details
- Foundation area: 1128
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Cable TV, Wood Stove
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Clapboard, Wood
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1750
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Marina, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Newport
- Subdivision: The Point District
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4/2024 | Sold | $2,350,000-9.6%$823/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1342221 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2023 | Pending sale | $2,600,000$910/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1342221 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2023 | Price change | $2,600,000-5.5%$910/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1342221 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000$963/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1342221 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: The Point
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: 1.3 mi
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- Newport County
- Newport
- 02840
- The Point
- 53 Washington St
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