98 Locust Avenue, Portsmouth, RI, 02871
9 rooms
3 beds
2 Full / 1 Half baths
1850
Colonial
2,977 sqft
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.
Status:
Pending
Type:
Single-family residential
Zoning:
R20
Subdivision:
Valley View
Garage:
4-car Attached, Garage
Heating:
Forced Air, Oil, Zoned
Cooling:
Central Air
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Parking:
10-car
Acreage:
0.75
Est. Taxes:
$8,253
Assessment
$626,100
Construction
Plaster,Clapboard,Shingle Siding,Wood Siding
Amenities:
Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
Days on Market:
95
Appliances:
Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
MLS #:
1367563
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