SOLD FEB 8, 2018
RENTED MAR 3, 2025
83 John St Newport, RI 02840
Historic Hill Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,837
Sq Ft
3,652
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Marble Flooring
- 2 Fireplaces
- Porch
- Antique Architecture
- Thermal Windows
- 4-minute walk to Aquidneck Growers Market (Wednesday)
About This Home
As of February 2018Move right into this completely renovated historic home with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on one of Newport's most magical streets. Located in the heart of Historic Hill just off Bellevue Avenue and abutting a charming park, you can walk to all the excitement of downtown, the harbor or the beach just down the hill. This home has preserved all the historic charm of the 19th century with all the modern updates you would want for turn key living. High ceilings, hardwood floors and a great layout for entertaining and living. The lower level guest suite and perennial garden complete the appeal of this stunning home. Perfect as a summer retreat or for year round living.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Hogan Associates Christie's License #RES.0035858 Listed on: 11/13/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,608
Year Built
- Built in 1865
Lot Details
- 3,652 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Antique Architecture
- Combination Foundation
- Wood Siding
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Stone Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- No Garage
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 220 Volts
- 100 Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Historic Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 62
- Assessor Parcel Number 83JOHNSTNEWP
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2021
Sold by
Witt Richard A and Willett Beth A
Bought by
Willett Beth A
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 31, 2018
Closed on
Feb 23, 2018
Sold by
Witt Richard A and Willett Beth A
Bought by
Willett Beth A
Seller's Agent
Rebecca King
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Chase
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Sold Price
$15,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Original Mortgage
$928,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 31, 2018
Closed on
Feb 8, 2018
Sold by
Allen David W and Roberts-Detweiler Louise
Bought by
Witt Richard A and Willett Beth A
Seller's Agent
Rebecca King
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Chase
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Sold Price
$15,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$928,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 2, 2016
Closed on
May 19, 2017
Sold by
Bidwell Miles and Bidwell Carol
Bought by
Allen David W and Roberts-Detweiler Louise
Seller's Agent
Ann Conner
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Richards
Hogan Associates Christie's
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-12.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.62%
Original Mortgage
$892,500
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2014
Closed on
Jun 30, 2014
Sold by
Patricia Slingluff T
Bought by
Bidwell Miles and Cole Carol
Seller's Agent
Michelle Drum
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ann Conner
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
List Price
$860,000
Sold Price
$840,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.03%
Original Mortgage
$672,000
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2002
Sold by
Houlihan J Terrence
Bought by
Slingluff Patricia K
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 1998
Sold by
Schwartz Victor B and Schwartz Adeline F
Bought by
Houli J T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,160,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,050,000 | -- | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | $840,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $493,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $212,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $928,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $892,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $672,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $155,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2025 03/03/25 | Rented | $3,750 | -1.3% | -- |
| 02/09/2025 02/09/25 | For Rent | $3,800 | -84.8% | -- |
| 12/15/2024 12/15/24 | Rented | $25,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/15/2024 10/15/24 | Rented | $25,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/15/2024 10/15/24 | For Rent | $25,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/07/2024 10/07/24 | For Rent | $25,000 | +150.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Rented | $10,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | For Rent | $10,000 | +163.2% | -- |
| 06/13/2024 06/13/24 | Rented | $3,800 | -5.0% | -- |
| 06/11/2024 06/11/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2024 01/19/24 | Rented | $4,000 | +5.3% | -- |
| 01/08/2024 01/08/24 | For Rent | $3,800 | -5.0% | -- |
| 01/02/2024 01/02/24 | For Rent | $4,000 | -93.3% | -- |
| 01/22/2023 01/22/23 | Rented | $60,000 | +140.0% | -- |
| 09/14/2022 09/14/22 | For Rent | $25,000 | -37.5% | -- |
| 01/14/2022 01/14/22 | Rented | $40,000 | +100.0% | -- |
| 12/15/2021 12/15/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | For Rent | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/04/2021 04/04/21 | Rented | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/05/2021 03/05/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/23/2021 02/23/21 | For Rent | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/23/2021 02/23/21 | Rented | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/24/2021 01/24/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/11/2020 11/11/20 | For Rent | $20,000 | +185.7% | -- |
| 04/19/2019 04/19/19 | Rented | $7,000 | +133.3% | -- |
| 03/20/2019 03/20/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2018 10/15/18 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/15/2018 10/15/18 | Rented | $3,000 | -81.3% | -- |
| 09/24/2018 09/24/18 | For Rent | $16,000 | +433.3% | -- |
| 04/26/2018 04/26/18 | Rented | $3,000 | -80.0% | -- |
| 03/27/2018 03/27/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/15/2018 03/15/18 | Rented | $15,000 | +400.0% | -- |
| 03/12/2018 03/12/18 | For Rent | $3,000 | -99.7% | -- |
| 02/13/2018 02/13/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/08/2018 02/08/18 | Sold | $1,160,000 | 0.0% | $409 / Sq Ft |
| 01/31/2018 01/31/18 | For Rent | $15,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/09/2018 01/09/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/13/2017 11/13/17 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +13.8% | $421 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2017 05/19/17 | Sold | $1,050,000 | -12.1% | $370 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2017 04/19/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2016 11/02/16 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +42.3% | $421 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2014 06/30/14 | Sold | $840,000 | -2.3% | $380 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2014 05/31/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2014 03/24/14 | For Sale | $860,000 | -- | $389 / Sq Ft |
Source: State-Wide MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,286 | $1,616,300 | $457,700 | $1,158,600 |
| 2023 | $10,208 | $1,029,000 | $301,300 | $727,700 |
| 2022 | $9,889 | $1,029,000 | $301,300 | $727,700 |
| 2021 | $9,601 | $1,029,000 | $301,300 | $727,700 |
| 2020 | $8,735 | $849,700 | $282,300 | $567,400 |
| 2019 | $8,735 | $849,700 | $282,300 | $567,400 |
| 2018 | $8,489 | $849,700 | $282,300 | $567,400 |
| 2017 | $8,161 | $728,000 | $217,000 | $511,000 |
| 2016 | $7,608 | $696,100 | $217,000 | $479,100 |
| 2015 | $7,427 | $696,100 | $217,000 | $479,100 |
| 2014 | $7,428 | $615,900 | $169,700 | $446,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rebecca King
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rebecca King
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
(401) 808-9334
4 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Schuyler Horton
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Schuyler Horton
Hogan Associates Christie's
(203) 305-0902
5 Total Sales
-
Courtney Van Beuren
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Courtney Van Beuren
Lila Delman Compass
(401) 297-1334
18 Total Sales
-
Kate Rooney
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kate Rooney
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
(401) 636-7894
9 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
Kara Malkovich
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kara Malkovich
Lila Delman Compass
(401) 714-6600
3 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Hillary Olinger
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Hillary Olinger
Hogan Associates Christie's
(401) 225-1705
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: State-Wide MLS
MLS Number: 1177683
APN: NEWP-000028-000000-000062
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