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98 Locust Avenue

Portsmouth, RI 02871
  • $998,000
  • STATUS: Active Under Contract
  • ON SITE: 90 Days
  • MLS #: 1367563
Under Contract
$998,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.75
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,977
    SQFT
  • $335
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1850
County:
Area:

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Description

First time to market in over 50 years! Welcome to Watson Farm circa 1850.This carefully restored center-chimney colonial blends classic charm with modern conveniences.This handsome antique property has been lovingly cared for by the owner of 57 years. Enter thru the oversized mudroom to fully updated kitchen with original pine floors, custom cabinetry and the finest stainless appliances. The kitchen is also home to one of 6 working fireplaces with sitting area and dining table.A cozy sunroom overlooks stonewalls, an English garden with roses,6 specimen trees and a lovely outbuilding with its own fireplace. A conveniently located butler's pantry with glass built-ins and copper sink is functional and perfect for entertaining. Formal dining and living rooms with respective fireplaces lead to a home office and the den/keeping room with a wall of buit-ins. A powder room completes this level.Second floor consists of a primary bedroom with working fireplace, a with walk-in closet/dressing area and separate sitting room with built-in shelves. There's 2 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths on this level.Full walk-up attic in house and over garage offers plenty of storage and expansion possibilities. Some updates include restored windows by Newport Restoration, young roof, new heating system and central air. This meticulously maintained home is a blend of timeless elegance while seamlessly integrating today's busy lifestyle.

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98 Locust Avenue Portsmouth, RI 02871

  • Price: $998,000
  • Status: Active Under Contract
  • On Site: 90 Days
  • MLS #: 1367563
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.75
Acres
2,977
SQFT
$335
$/SQFT
1850
Built
Neighborhood:
Valley View
County:
Newport
Area:
Portsmouth
Property Description
First time to market in over 50 years! Welcome to Watson Farm circa 1850.This carefully restored center-chimney colonial blends classic charm with modern conveniences.This handsome antique property has been lovingly cared for by the owner of 57 years. Enter thru the oversized mudroom to fully updated kitchen with original pine floors, custom cabinetry and the finest stainless appliances. The kitchen is also home to one of 6 working fireplaces with sitting area and dining table.A cozy sunroom overlooks stonewalls, an English garden with roses,6 specimen trees and a lovely outbuilding with its own fireplace. A conveniently located butler's pantry with glass built-ins and copper sink is functional and perfect for entertaining. Formal dining and living rooms with respective fireplaces lead to a home office and the den/keeping room with a wall of buit-ins. A powder room completes this level.Second floor consists of a primary bedroom with working fireplace, a with walk-in closet/dressing area and separate sitting room with built-in shelves. There's 2 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths on this level.Full walk-up attic in house and over garage offers plenty of storage and expansion possibilities. Some updates include restored windows by Newport Restoration, young roof, new heating system and central air. This meticulously maintained home is a blend of timeless elegance while seamlessly integrating today's busy lifestyle.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Colonial Construction Materials Plaster Clapboard Shingle Siding Wood Siding Covered Spaces 4 Door Features Storm Door(s) Foundation Details Stone Garage YN Yes Levels Two Other Structures Outbuilding Parking Features Attached Garage Parking Total 10

Interior Features

Appliances Dryer Dishwasher Exhaust Fan Electric Water Heater Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Range Hood Washer Basement Full Unfinished Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 0 Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Fireplace Features Masonry Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 6 Flooring Ceramic Tile Hardwood Heating Forced Air Oil Zoned Heating YN Yes Interior Features Attic Wet Bar Permanent Attic Stairs Skylights Cable TV Wine Cellar Living Area 2977 Window Features Skylight(s)

Property Features

Attached Garage YN Yes Community Features Golf Highway Access Marina Near Hospital Near Schools Public Transportation Recreation Area Restaurant Shopping Tennis Court(s) Electric 200+ Amp Service Human Modified YN Yes Land Lease YN No New Construction YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Security Features Security System Owned Senior Community YN No Sewer Septic Tank Tax Annual Amount 8253 Tax Assessed Value 626100 Tax Lot 192 Tax Year 2024 Water Source Connected Zoning R20

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