If you’re looking for a scenic, and water-adjacent neighborhood in Portsmouth, Atlantic Ave near Island Park offers a mix of charm, privacy, and easy access to the Sakonnet River and beach. We have here at 12 Atlantic Ave. an adorable almost 530 square foot one bedroom one bathroom bungalow offering the perfect summer getaway! This charming retreat features a forced hot air system that supplies both heat and air conditioning for year-round enjoyment. The rear yard has a nice sized mahogany deck, storage area and enclosed outside shower to rinse off after visiting the nearby beaches. There is also a detached shed for surf boards and other beach accessories. The newer two-bedroom advantex septic system affords the new buyer an opportunity to create a new- larger living space. No Flood insurance required! The Perfect pied-a-terre for your lifestyle.
For sale
$450,000
12 Atlantic Ave, Portsmouth, RI 02871
1beds
520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$865/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 3 days |
- 624 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara Hayes 401-849-3000,
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty,
Michelle Drum 401-265-3422,
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1416443
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 520
- Total interior livable area: 520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 520
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Access, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: PORTM029B0053
- Zoning: R20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Clapboard, Wood
- Foundation: Unknown
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individual Meter
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Meter, Municipal, Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Marina
- Subdivision: Off Water Street- Near Island Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $865/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $310,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,084
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Inclusions: taxes based on resident rate.
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+32.4%$865/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1416443 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2022 | Sold | $340,000+3.3%$654/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1310325 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2022 | Pending sale | $329,000$633/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1310325 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $329,000+113.6%$633/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1310325 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2016 | Sold | $154,000$296/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1134155 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $154,000+23.2%$296/sqft |
Source: Benchmark Associates, Inc. #1134155 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2012 | Listing removed | $125,000$240/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2012 | Listed for sale | $125,000+47.1%$240/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2008 | Sold | $85,000$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,117 +0.8% | $310,000 |
| 2024 | $4,086 +67.3% | $310,000 +97.5% |
| 2023 | $2,443 | $157,000 |
| 2022 | $2,443 +1.6% | $157,000 |
| 2021 | $2,404 +1.6% | $157,000 |
| 2020 | $2,366 +3.5% | $157,000 +12.6% |
| 2019 | $2,286 +2.7% | $139,400 |
| 2018 | $2,226 +3.5% | $139,400 |
| 2017 | $2,150 +29.7% | $139,400 +34.6% |
| 2016 | $1,658 +1.3% | $103,600 |
| 2015 | $1,637 | $103,600 |
| 2014 | $1,637 -5.5% | $103,600 -13.1% |
| 2013 | $1,732 +2.1% | $119,200 |
| 2012 | $1,697 +2.4% | $119,200 |
| 2011 | $1,658 -9.6% | $119,200 -26.6% |
| 2010 | $1,834 +0.4% | $162,300 |
| 2009 | $1,827 +3.9% | $162,300 |
| 2008 | $1,759 -5.2% | $162,300 -0.4% |
| 2007 | $1,855 +5.9% | $163,000 |
| 2006 | $1,752 +3.9% | $163,000 |
| 2005 | $1,687 +6.7% | $163,000 +67% |
| 2004 | $1,581 -1.6% | $97,600 |
| 2003 | $1,606 | $97,600 |
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Neighborhood: 02871
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Howard Hathaway SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 9/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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