Active
98 Locust Avenue
Portsmouth RI, 02871
$998,000
$335.24 per sqft
Active
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,977 sqft
Residential
Built in 1850
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.
1367563
MLSⓇ ID
September 3, 2024
Listed
October 1, 2024
Updated
Map
98 Locust Avenue
Portsmouth RI, 02871
Interior Features
Total Stories
2
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Interior Features
Attic, Wet Bar, Permanent Attic Stairs, Skylights, Cable TV, Wine Cellar
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Floor Description
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Masonry
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Forced Air, Oil, Zoned
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.75 Acres
Architectual Style
Colonial
Sewer
Septic Tank
Other Property Details
Taxes
$8,253
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
14
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Parking
Attached, Garage
Parking Total
10
View
No
County
Newport
Water Source
Connected
Pool
No
Zoning
R20
Courtesy of Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
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