68 Bancroft is the original anchor property at Kale Farm, a 4-house development at the end of Bancroft Dr. The property is surrounded by land trust property & woods offering a secluded, peaceful setting. In 2016 the original house was fully renovated; 2 Hands Studios designed a versatile home providing multiple living and workspaces. The 1st floor has an open kitchen overlooking the family room & gas fireplace. The large wooden island and dining area allow for plenty of gathering & prep space. The pantry w/ copper farm sink & wine fridge is perfect for a coffee bar adding extra counter & cabinet space. Off the family room is a 2nd living room with wood burning fireplace that extends through French doors to a one of a kind 3 seasons room. Adjacent to the main living, on the first floor, in a separate wing are 3 bedrooms, powder room & a shared bath w/ double sink vanity, shower stall and a tub/shower. At the top of the staircase is a spacious landing leading to a private home office w/ access to the 2nd floor wrap around deck. The sublime king size master suite offers a wall mounted fireplace, access to the covered screened in deck and walk-in closet. The large bathroom has a steam shower with bench & dual vanities which optimize the space. The 2nd floor also offers a media room w/ built in TV unit & room for 2nd home office & storage. The west facing rear of the house has a patio w/ fire pit, hot tub, greenhouse, custom kitchen & grill, outdoor shower & SPECTACULAR SUNSETS!
Sold for $1,325,000
$1,325,000
68 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871
4beds
3,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
1.44 Acres Lot
$1,187,800 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$4,924 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,187,800
$1.01M - $1.39M
$4,924/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$4,924/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$4,924/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$6,530/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$6,530/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Libby Kirwin 401-864-5458,
Libby Kirwin Real Estate
Bought with:
Laura Gessman, RES.0040483
RI Real Estate Services
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1355263
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, Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Oil, Central Air, Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Wood), Wet Bar, Plumbing (Copper), Plumbing (PVC), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Floors), Insulation (Walls)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Laundry,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas, Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,248
- Total interior livable area: 3,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,248
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Flat Thresholds
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Spa features: Hot Tub
Lot
- Size: 1.44 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: PORTM056B0018
- Zoning: R40
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Hot Tub
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Wood Wall(s), Clapboard, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming
- Subdivision: Off Union
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $100 annually
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $805,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,500
- Date on market: 3/23/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2024 | Sold | $1,325,000-5%$408/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1355263 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2024 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$429/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1355263 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2024 | Contingent | $1,395,000$429/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1355263 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+311.5%$429/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1355263 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1331581 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $339,000-32.2%$104/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1331581 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2015 | Sold | $500,000-13%$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $575,000$177/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Topsail Realty #1106658 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,698 +0.8% | $805,600 |
| 2024 | $10,618 +1.1% | $805,600 +19.4% |
| 2023 | $10,501 | $674,900 |
| 2022 | $10,501 +1.6% | $674,900 |
| 2021 | $10,333 +1.6% | $674,900 |
| 2020 | $10,171 +3.6% | $674,900 +12.7% |
| 2019 | $9,822 +2.7% | $598,900 |
| 2018 | $9,564 +3.6% | $598,900 |
| 2017 | $9,235 +33.6% | $598,900 +38.7% |
| 2016 | $6,910 +1.3% | $431,900 |
| 2015 | $6,824 | $431,900 |
| 2014 | $6,824 +0.5% | $431,900 -7.6% |
| 2013 | $6,788 +2% | $467,200 |
| 2012 | $6,653 +2.4% | $467,200 |
| 2011 | $6,499 +9% | $467,200 -11.4% |
| 2010 | $5,960 +0.4% | $527,400 |
| 2009 | $5,939 +3.9% | $527,400 |
| 2008 | $5,717 -8% | $527,400 -3.4% |
| 2007 | $6,211 +5.9% | $545,800 |
| 2006 | $5,867 +3.9% | $545,800 |
| 2005 | $5,649 +4.8% | $545,800 +64.1% |
| 2004 | $5,388 -1.6% | $332,600 |
| 2003 | $5,475 | $332,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02871
Nearby homes
- $1,494,9003 bd3 ba3.1k sqft61-63 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $1,616,9004 bd3 ba3.6k sqft65 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $627,2003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft56 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $909,9003 bd2 ba2.4k sqft37 Moniz Way, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $777,3003 bd2 ba1.8k sqft31 Moniz Way, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $679,7003 bd2 ba1.9k sqft57 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $933,2003 bd3 ba2.5k sqft34 Moniz Way, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
- $547,2002 bd2 ba864 sqft42 Bancroft Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
- 10/10Melville SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.6 mi
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,187,800
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,187,800
- Rhode Island
- Newport County
- Portsmouth
- 02871
- 68 Bancroft Dr
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Portsmouth Topics
