Named "Snave House" this charming, Block Island upgraded farmhouse has lovely views of the Great Salt Pond/New Harbor area and the Atlantic Ocean in the distance. The Victorian home features a galley kitchen with pantry, good sized dining room/parlor, den and primary bedroom with full bath on the first floor. On the second floor, there are 3 guest bedrooms, one has an attached small bedroom as a suite, new laundry room and recently renovated bathroom with claw foot bath tub and separate tiled shower. Includes an enclosed outdoor shower. Sit on the classic front porch for summer breezes and watch the boating activity in New Harbor. This unique property includes a spacious, detached Post & Beam guest house built in 2008. Winterized for year round use it has open kitchen/living/dining room, one bedroom, full bath on the main floor. Second floor has one bedroom and sitting area. There is a private, oversized deck with an enclosed shower for outdoor enjoyment. This building is a legal second dwelling if rented to year round Island residents. Otherwise, can be used as a guest house for family/guests, if the kitchen is removed. Centrally located within walking/biking distance to New Harbor, town playground, tennis/basketball courts, restaurants, beaches and Old Harbor. Excellent rental history.
Sold for $1,425,000 on 12/05/25
$1,425,000
540 Center Rd, Block Island, RI 02807
4beds
1,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
1.1 Acres Lot
$1,425,600 Zestimate®
$960/sqft
$3,553 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,425,600
$1.34M - $1.51M
$3,553/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 05, 2025 at 10:16am
Listed by:
Gail HEINZ 401-741-0149,
Sullivan Sotheby's Intl.Realty
Bought with:
Shannon Morgan, RES.0032068
Sullivan Sotheby's Intl.Realty
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1385772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Heating
- None, Partially Heated, Space Heater
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Copper), Plumbing (PEX), Insulation (Unknown), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,484
- Total interior livable area: 1,484 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,484
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water
Lot
- Size: 1.10 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: BLOCM18L050
- Zoning: RA
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Plaster, Clapboard, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Marina, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Block Island
- Subdivision: New Harbor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2025 | Sold | $1,425,000-16.7%$960/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1385772 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,710,000$1,152/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1385772 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Contingent | $1,710,000$1,152/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1385772 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Price change | $1,710,000-12.3%$1,152/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1385772 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $1,950,000-7.1%$1,314/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1385772 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,575 | $1,553,400 |
| 2024 | $8,575 +29.2% | $1,553,400 +65.7% |
| 2023 | $6,636 | $937,280 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02807
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Block Island SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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