Non MLS Listing – entered for comp purposes only. Beautifully preserved over the years, the Historic Joseph Cottrell House is truly a unique property. Located in the heart of downtown Newport while still offering a private yard and garden as well as the convenience of a two car garage. Currently used as a three family, the property could also be converted back to a single family. The first floor with three bedrooms, one bath, a large kitchen, formal dining room, living room and laundry. Watch the world go by from the private turret. The second floor unit with three bedrooms and two full baths, a large laundry room or office, private deck, kitchen and living room. The third floor, two bedroom, one bath features an open floor plan with an updated kitchen and large bathroom. Gorgeous decorative fireplaces and hardwood floors throughout the home. New heating system and water heater, updated electric, and newer roof. Plenty of storage in basement. Beautifully landscaped yard with a large detached two car garage accessed from Prospect Hill Street.
Sold for $1,813,000
$1,813,000
216 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840
8beds
3,500sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1843
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$518/sqft
$4,780 Estimated rent
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Private yard and gardenBeautifully landscaped yardTwo car garageDetached two car garageThree bedroomsUpdated kitchenLarge bathroom
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Listed by:
Danielle Almeida Group 401-662-9645,
Lila Delman Compass
Bought with:
Alexander Fraioli, RES.0040250
Edge Realty RI
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1388363
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Oil, Forced Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Building, In Unit
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Insulation (Unknown), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Laundry,Storage Space,Utility,Work Shop
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Marble
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,360
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Features: Local Historic District, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM027B0033
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Dry Wall, Plaster, Clapboard, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Mixed, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1843
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Hospital, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $518/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,233,600
- Annual tax amount: $8,985
- Date on market: 6/24/2025
- Total actual rent: 2500
- Tenant pays: Heat
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2025 | Sold | $1,813,000+3.6%$518/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1388363 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1350038 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$500/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1350033 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1339338 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Price change | $1,750,000-4.1%$500/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1339338 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,825,000+164.5%$521/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1339338 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2016 | Sold | $690,000-11%$197/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2015 | Listed for sale | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Island Realty #1109651 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2015 | Pending sale | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Island Realty #1109651 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Island Realty #1109651 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2015 | Pending sale | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Island Realty #1109651 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2015 | Listed for sale | $775,000+56.6%$221/sqft |
Source: Island Realty #1109651 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2009 | Sold | $495,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,719 +5.7% | $1,233,600 |
| 2024 | $10,140 +16.5% | $1,233,600 +36.2% |
| 2023 | $8,704 | $905,700 |
| 2022 | $8,704 +3% | $905,700 |
| 2021 | $8,450 +9.6% | $905,700 +20.7% |
| 2020 | $7,711 | $750,100 |
| 2019 | $7,711 +2.9% | $750,100 |
| 2018 | $7,493 +9.5% | $750,100 +22.9% |
| 2017 | $6,840 +2.6% | $610,200 |
| 2016 | $6,669 +2.4% | $610,200 |
| 2015 | $6,511 -5.7% | $610,200 +6.6% |
| 2014 | $6,904 +6.2% | $572,500 |
| 2012 | $6,504 +15.6% | $572,500 +1.1% |
| 2011 | $5,624 +17.2% | $566,400 +12.8% |
| 2010 | $4,800 +0.4% | $502,100 |
| 2009 | $4,780 -35.6% | $502,100 -41.4% |
| 2008 | $7,428 +3.9% | $856,800 |
| 2007 | $7,146 +4% | $856,800 |
| 2006 | $6,872 +26% | $856,800 +124.5% |
| 2005 | $5,453 +11.2% | $381,600 |
| 2002 | $4,904 | $381,600 |
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Neighborhood: Historic Hill
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