Celebrate the coastal life life in this tastefully updated contemporary home . This 3 bedroom 2 bath home has a great one level entertaining floor plan. From the living room w/built-ins and newly faced fireplace to the classic quartz kitchen countertops and stainless steel appliances . The first floor full bath has a new tiled walk-in shower adjacent to a 1st floor bedroom. A new multi-faceted wet bar is strategically placed for ease in entertaining in the backyard facing 4 season room , the expansive new Trex deck or the backyard fire pit area . The second floor contains a full bath and 2 guest bedrooms w/storage .The basement access can be found in the attached oversized 1+ car garage. The laundry and mechanics of the home can be found here. The furnace ,central ac and hot water heater have all been replaced recently. A new water filtration and generator have been added. Should you choose to join the Charlestown by the Sea Assoc, enjoy private parking for Charlestown Town Beach which is 3/4 of a mile from the house . Association access to boating ramp and kayak racks are available . After a day on the water, shower off in the private outdoor shower. Looking for an investment property ?? This home has averaged over $30,000 for the last 3 years w/excellent reviews . Furniture to convey .No showings until 9/17/25
Sold for $879,900
$879,900
56 Thomas St, Charlestown, RI 02813
3beds
1,537sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$945,000 Zestimate®
$572/sqft
$2,619 Estimated rent
Home value
$945,000
$869,000 - $1.03M
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Newly faced fireplaceBackyard fire pit areaTastefully updated contemporary homeEntertaining floor planNew tiled walk-in showerMulti-faceted wet barExpansive new trex deck
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Listed by:
Christine HOLDEN 401-743-2858,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
Janet Kermes, RES.0031052
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1393515
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Plumbing (Mixed)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,537
- Total interior livable area: 1,537 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,537
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: CHARM11L254
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Wood Stove
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Marina, Restaurants, Near Swimming
Location
- Region: Charlestown
- Subdivision: Charlestown By The Sea
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $60 annually
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Sold | $879,900+0.6%$572/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1393515 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Pending sale | $874,900$569/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Contingent | $874,900$569/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $874,900+86.1%$569/sqft |
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| 9/13/2019 | Sold | $470,000-4.1%$306/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1226706 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2019 | Price change | $489,900-2%$319/sqft |
Source: Bay Realty, LTD. #1226706 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $499,900+60.7%$325/sqft |
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| 10/25/2017 | Sold | $311,000-18.2%$202/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2009 | Listing removed | $380,000$247/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #944724 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2009 | Price change | $380,000-5%$247/sqft |
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| 9/18/2009 | Price change | $399,900-7%$260/sqft |
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| 8/1/2009 | Listed for sale | $430,000$280/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,948 +2.4% | $665,800 -0.2% |
| 2024 | $3,855 +0.7% | $667,000 |
| 2023 | $3,829 -0.4% | $667,000 +41.7% |
| 2022 | $3,845 -0.1% | $470,600 |
| 2021 | $3,850 -0.6% | $470,600 |
| 2020 | $3,873 +42.3% | $470,600 +59.6% |
| 2019 | $2,722 -4.3% | $294,900 |
| 2018 | $2,843 +0.5% | $294,900 |
| 2017 | $2,828 +3.7% | $294,900 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $2,727 +1% | $267,100 |
| 2015 | $2,700 +2.1% | $267,100 |
| 2014 | $2,644 +1.3% | $267,100 -3.2% |
| 2013 | $2,609 +1.7% | $275,800 |
| 2012 | $2,565 +2.6% | $275,800 |
| 2011 | $2,499 -3.8% | $275,800 -20.6% |
| 2010 | $2,599 +0.5% | $347,400 |
| 2009 | $2,585 +3.9% | $347,400 |
| 2008 | $2,487 -1% | $347,400 +3.9% |
| 2007 | $2,511 +10.5% | $334,300 |
| 2006 | $2,273 -2.2% | $334,300 +81.1% |
| 2004 | $2,324 +5.3% | $184,600 |
| 2003 | $2,206 | $184,600 |
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Neighborhood: 02813
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- 9/10Charlestown Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 5.4 mi
- 7/10Chariho Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 10/10Chariho High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
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- 56 Thomas St
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