Located on a sunny south-facing corner lot in sought-after Easton's Point, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home offers plenty of flexibility and lifestyle perks. Zoned as a legal two-family, it works equally well as a roomy single-family home, an income-generating rental, or a great setup for a single-level in-law suite. Already a successful short term vacation rental with an impressive history, the home has been updated with comfort and rental appeal in mind. The outdoor space stands out in the neighborhood, with a lot over 11,000 square feet ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The fenced yard has space for a future pool and custom hardscape, and there's a private patio with an outdoor pizza oven perfect for enjoying coastal sunsets with family and friends. Situated between Tuckerman Avenue and Wolcott Avenue, it's just a short distance to the ocean and ideally located between Easton's Beach and Second Beach. Only minutes from Downtown Newport, you're close to restaurants, beaches, shops, and attractions, making this a fantastic choice for both personal use and investment.
Purgatory, located between Easton’s Beach and Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, is a coastal and residential Newport East neighborhood with rocky shoreline trails and ocean-facing streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Purgatory Chasm trailhead off Tuckerman Avenue, where surf breaks, cliffside paths, and salt-air viewpoints set the pace. Low-slung beach cottages and shingled homes mix with mid-century builds, shaped by wind and water. The Cliff Walk’s eastern stretch frames long Atlantic views, while nearby dunes and ponds keep the landscape open. Local pillars include Sweet Berry Farm, The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, and the Newport Art Museum.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Interior steps
Stall shower
Masonry fireplace (1)
Bedrooms
Two first-floor bedrooms
Two second-floor bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Oven
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Gas water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Forced air heating
Gas heating
Oil heating
Zoned heating
Window air conditioning units
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Corner lot
Walk-to-water access
Has view
Home design
Two-story residence
Concrete perimeter foundation
Drywall and plaster interior walls
Vinyl siding
Parking
Attached garage (1 garage space)
Total 5 parking spaces
1 covered parking space
Construction
Vinyl siding
Drywall and plaster
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public water connected
Sewer connected
Electric service with 150 amps, circuit breakers, and separate meters
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby: pool, tennis courts, shopping, restaurants, and schools
Electricity and solar
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Easton's Point - Set on an expansive, south- facing corner lot, sits this four bed, two bath home offering so many possibilities! Currently zoned as a legal two family, the next owner could keep the cottage as a single family home, enjoy income from one or both of the units, or it would be a perfect property to have a single level in-law unit! The outdoor space, especially for this neighborhood, is so special and unique. With a newly installed fenced in yard, there is perfect space on the southern side of the property for a gorgeous pool and hardscape. There is additional outdoor space with its own private patio and newly built outdoor pizza oven for outdoor entertainment while enjoying gorgeous sunsets. A short distance to local restaurants/eateries, ice cream shops, beaches, and a short drive to Downtown Newport, completes the lifestyle for relaxation and enjoyment.
RIS #1340184
Oct 11, 2023
Listing Removed
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Jul 24, 2023
Listed
$1,395,000
$789/sq ft
RIS #1318300
Sep 27, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 24, 2022
Listed
$1,395,000
$789/sq ft
RIS #1318303
Sep 27, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 24, 2022
Listed
$1,395,000
$789/sq ft
RIS #1279905
Mar 28, 2022
Sold
$850,000
$481/sq ft
Jan 31, 2022
Pending
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Sep 16, 2021
Contingent
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Sep 8, 2021
Price Changed
$899,000
$509/sq ft
Apr 12, 2021
Listed
$995,000
$563/sq ft
RIS #1267732
Apr 9, 2021
Listing Removed
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Mar 9, 2021
Contingent
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Feb 18, 2021
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$623/sq ft
Oct 28, 2020
Listed
$1,200,000
$679/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,091 (+4.3%)
$1,010,400 + $354,400
$1,364,800
2024
$15,430 (+60.9%)
$1,010,400 + $359,900
$1,370,300
2023
$9,587 (+6.1%)
$594,700 + $166,800
$761,500
2022
$9,037
$585,000 + $166,800
$751,800
2021
$9,037 (+1.5%)
$585,000 + $166,800
$751,800
2020
$8,907
$489,200 + $158,100
$647,300
2018
$8,900 (+15.6%)
$489,200 + $158,100
$647,300
2016
$7,701 (+2.5%)
$353,400 + $146,000
$499,400
2015
$7,511 (−7.9%)
$353,400 + $146,000
$499,400
2014
$8,157 (+2.3%)
$367,600 + $140,000
$507,600
2013
$7,974 (+2.0%)
$367,600 + $140,000
$507,600
2012
$7,817
$367,600 + $140,000
$507,600
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,767
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,767
Year built
1940
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Newport County
APN
91859
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Jun 5, 2025 • Final
Excavation
Grading
Feb 17, 2023 • Final
Building
Grading
Pool and hot tub
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Middletown, RI • 02842
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2 Stimpson St
$1,452,680
$92K under list price of $1.55M
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