Step into this spacious and beautifully updated farmhouse that offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern upgrades. The 1st floor features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, a bright sunroom with a wall of windows and a formal dining room. Relax and entertain in the expansive family room, highlighted by a gorgeous stone fireplace that creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The main floor also includes a comfortable bedroom with an en-suite bath, ideal for guests or multigenerational living, a second bedroom (that offers flexibility for use as an office, gym or additional guest space), a large laundry room, and second full bath with walk in shower. As you enter the foyer and ascend the staircase you will encounter the luxurious master suite - your private retreat, complete with a spacious dressing room, 3 closets and a newly updated en-suite bath (2024) with smart heating in the floor. Pamper yourself with double sinks, a large, beautiful, tiled walk-in shower, a soaking tub, heated towel bars and skylights that brighten the space with natural light. An additional bedroom on this level offers even more flexibility for family or guests. This home is as smart as it is stylish, equipped with smart thermostats, solar panels, 2 Tesla batteries and dual level 2 charging stations for electric vehicles (all 2022.) 5 year old septic, boiler and hot water tank. Main electrical panel 2021. Updated vinyl windows. See virtual tour.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (12/5)
$830,000
20 Borden Farm Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871
4beds
2,865sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
0.53 Acres Lot
$809,300 Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$83/mo HOA
What's special
Gorgeous stone fireplaceLarge laundry roomUpdated vinyl windowsWalk in showerExpansive family roomDouble sinksSpacious dressing room
- 156 days |
- 2,184 |
- 104 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 03, 2026 at 11:02am
Listed by:
Joy Gilkeson 401-525-1714,
Keller Williams Coastal
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1390447
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 377 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13
Sun room
- Level: First
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14
Heating
- Oil, Forced Water, Zoned
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Walls)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished,Common,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,865
- Total interior livable area: 2,865 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,865
- Finished area below ground: 0
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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, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: TIVEM210B118
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Plaster, Shingles
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Municipal, Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $1,000 annually
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $419,300
- Annual tax amount: $8,234
- Date on market: 8/1/2025
- Inclusions: Solar panels and Tesla batteries will be paid off at closing by the Sellers.
Estimated market value
$809,300
$769,000 - $850,000
$4,203/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2025 | Price change | $830,000-2.4%$290/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1390447 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,900$1/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1399061 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $850,000-1.7%$297/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Price change | $865,000-2.8%$302/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390447 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $890,000+196.7%$311/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390447 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,633 | $419,300 |
| 2024 | $4,633 +6.4% | $419,300 +40.9% |
| 2023 | $4,354 | $297,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,111/mo
Principal & interest
$3218
Property taxes
$519
Other costs
$374
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02871
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Howard Hathaway SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 10/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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