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.
For sale
$1,950,000
39 Connection St, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
1,909sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1872
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$1,863,800 Zestimate®
$1,021/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two car driveway parkingBright three-story layoutCharming courtyardWelcoming front porchElegant living spaces
- 60 days |
- 1,263 |
- 60 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 22, 2025 at 10:03pm
Listed by:
Clifford Ponte,
Keller Williams South Watuppa,
Alexis Anselmo 508-415-7763,
Keller Williams South Watuppa
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1399695
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Other
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,909
- Total interior livable area: 1,909 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,909
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM039B0038L2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1872
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Highway Access, Hospital
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,021/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $662,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,756
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
- Inclusions: Neither seller or listing agent make any representations as to the accuracy of any information contained herein. Buyer/buyer agent must conduct their own due diligence, verification(s)and research and are relying solely on the results thereof. Deposit with contract must in the form of bank check or certified funds. Square Feet given by the seller - BUYER AGENT/BUYER to confirm.
Estimated market value
$1,863,800
$1.77M - $1.96M
$5,058/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+225%$1,021/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73452351 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Sold | $600,000+15.4%$314/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Sold | $520,000-13.2%$272/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $599,000-14.3%$314/sqft |
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| 9/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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Public tax history
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 |
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Est. payment
$9,463/mo
Principal & interest
$7561
Property taxes
$1219
Home insurance
$683
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fifth Ward
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Rogers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Pell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.5 mi
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