For sale

$1,950,000

39 Connection St, Newport, RI 02840

4beds

1,701sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1872

2,300 Square Feet Lot

$1,857,000 Zestimate^®

$1,146/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Two car driveway parkingBright three-story layoutCharming courtyardWelcoming front porchElegant living spaces

Welcome to 39 Connection Street, Newport, RI! Located in the highly sought-after 5th Ward, just moments from all that Newport has to offer, this home truly stands out. The property has been completely reconstructed in 2025 upon the original foundation of the historic Henry Fox House (1872). Blending timeless charm with modern luxury. The bright three-story layout offers elegant living spaces, a charming courtyard, welcoming front porch, and a private balcony off the primary suite. A detached guest cottage with a full bath provides the perfect space for an office or studio. Complete with a two car driveway parking, this home is a unique opportunity to enjoy modern coastal living rooted in Newport’s rich history. Don’t miss this rare chance to own a piece of Newport’s legacy—reborn for today’s lifestyle.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Heat Pump

Features

Basement: Crawl Space
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,701
Total interior livable area: 1,701 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,701

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach

Lot

Size: 2,300 Square Feet
Features: Other

Details

Parcel number: M:039 B:0038 L:2,364354
Zoning: R10

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Foundation: Block

Condition

Year built: 1872

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newport

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,146/sqft
Tax assessed value: $662,500
Annual tax amount: $5,756
Date on market: 1/29/2026

Estimated market value

$1,857,000

$1.76M - $1.95M

$5,341/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/6/2025	Listed for sale	$1,950,000+225%$1,146/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73452351 Report a problem
10/3/2024	Sold	$600,000+15.4%$353/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/16/2024	Sold	$520,000-13.2%$306/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/26/2023	Listed for sale	$599,000-14.3%$352/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1344736 Report a problem
9/19/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1336340 Report a problem
8/7/2023	Contingent	$699,000$411/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1336340 Report a problem
5/26/2023	Listed for sale	$699,000$411/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1336340 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,756 +11.4%	$662,500 +5.4%
2024	$5,168 +28.9%	$628,700 +50.7%
2023	$4,009	$417,200
2022	$4,009 +3%	$417,200
2021	$3,892 -0.9%	$417,200 +9.2%
2020	$3,927	$382,000
2019	$3,927 +2.9%	$382,000
2018	$3,816 +12.2%	$382,000 +25.9%
2017	$3,402 +2.6%	$303,500
2016	$3,317 +2.4%	$303,500
2015	$3,238 -2.1%	$303,500 +10.6%
2014	$3,309 +6.2%	$274,400
2012	$3,117 +4.2%	$274,400 -8.9%
2011	$2,991 +3.9%	$301,200
2010	$2,879 +0.4%	$301,200
2009	$2,867 +3.3%	$301,200 -5.9%
2008	$2,776 +4%	$320,200
2007	$2,670 +4%	$320,200
2006	$2,568 +15.2%	$320,200 +105.3%
2005	$2,229 +11.2%	$156,000
2002	$2,005	$156,000