Property Attributes
- MLS#1423599
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyNewport
- CityNewport
- NeighborhoodThe Point
- Zip02840
- Style
- Year Built1723
- Taxes$ 17076
- Price$ 2,695,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2676
- Lot Size0.11 Acres
Data Source:
Rhode Island Statewide MLS (RIAR)
Property Description
Once the home and workshop of renowned Newport cabinetmakers John and Thomas Goddard, 81 Second Street blends remarkable historic character with a sophisticated contemporary sensibility. Relocated from Washington Street for its historical significance, the residence was thoughtfully restored under the direction of a Newport-based interior designer published in Architectural Digest, and is offered furnished, including the majority of its artwork, for a truly turnkey arrival. Spanning 2,676 square feet over three levels, the four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home pairs period details with modern comfort. Wide plank chestnut floors, multiple fireplaces, a graceful curved staircase, are complemented by updated utilities and systems, including air conditioning. The kitchen features stainless appliances, red oak countertops, and a rare double beehive oven. A first-floor suite offers flexibility as a private guest retreat or main-level primary. Outside, the property's crown jewel is a beautifully landscaped private garden enveloped by mature trees, creating a lush, secluded sanctuary. It is an idyllic setting for morning coffee, al fresco dinners, and quiet summer evenings. A shed stores bikes and paddleboards, and a pebbled driveway provides off-street parking for two. Set in the heart of the Historic Point, just a block from the harbor and Battery Park and a short stroll to downtown Newport's shops and restaurants, with no flood insurance required.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Listed $2,695,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Connected |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,Gas |
| Cooling | Ductless,Central Air |
| Utilities | Sewer Connected |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Zoning | R-10 |
| Construction Materials | Drywall,Plaster,Clapboard |
| Year Built | 1723 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| Stories Count | 3 |
| Levels | Three Or More |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Waterfront Features | Walk to Water |
| Community Features | Marina,Near Schools,Public Transportation,Restaurant,Shopping |
| County | Newport |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | The Point |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newport |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4792 |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 17076 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1965200 |
| Tax Lot | 17 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathtub,Stall Shower,Tub Shower |
|---|---|
| Basement | Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Ceramic Tile,Hardwood |
| Total Fireplaces | 6 |
| Fireplace Features | Masonry |
| Total Stories | 3 |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 5 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | No Garage |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Connected |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 4792 |
| Foundation Details | Brick/Mortar,Concrete Perimeter |
| Building Area Total | 2676 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.11 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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