OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2014 for $965K

$2,523,573

•

2,273

sq ft

159 Ruggles Ave, Newport, RI 02840

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

9,788 sq ftLot Size

$1,110Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Iris Zaff • William Raveis Inspire

Bought with Kristin Parella • Lila Delman Compass

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•Source:RIS #1062659

Redfin Estimate

$2,523,573

$1.6M since sold in June 2014$17K since August

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This home's estimate is 40% higher than the average sale price ($1.80M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 29, 2026
$1,430,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,570 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 15, 2025
$2,150,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,128 sq ft
7 Maher Ct, Newport, RI 02840
SOLD DEC 1, 2025
$2,150,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,140 sq ft
129 Ruggles Ave, Newport, RI 02840
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$1,655,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,088 sq ft
27 Parker Ave, Newport, RI 02840
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,675,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,560 sq ft
75 Roseneath Ave, Newport, RI 02840
SOLD DEC 17, 2025
$1,757,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,467 sq ft
8 Sylvan St, Newport, RI 02840

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Market trends in 02840, RI

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$969K

$37K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

1 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 159 Ruggles Ave

Date

Event

Price

RIS #114466

Sep 20, 2019

Price Changed

$315,000

$139/sq ft

Jun 28, 2002

Sold

$305,000

$134/sq ft

May 30, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Sep 13, 2001

Listed

$325,000

$143/sq ft

RIS #1062659

Jun 16, 2014

Sold

$965,000

$425/sq ft

Apr 11, 2014

Pending

—

Mar 24, 2014

Contingent

—

Mar 20, 2014

Listed

$995,000

$438/sq ft

RIS #999715

Nov 1, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Aug 18, 2011

Listed

$995,000

$438/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,105 (+3.0%)

$600,200 + $1,642,900

$2,243,100

2024

$15,634 (+12.5%)

$600,200 + $1,642,800

$2,243,000

2023

$13,895 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2022

$13,461 (+3.0%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2021

$13,069 (+12.9%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2020

$11,574

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2019

$11,574 (+2.9%)

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2018

$11,248 (+2.8%)

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2017

$10,942 (+2.6%)

$264,000 + $712,100

$976,100

2016

$10,669 (+7.7%)

$264,000 + $712,100

$976,100

2015

$9,908 (+37.1%)

$264,000 + $664,600

$928,600

2014

$7,225 (+3.0%)

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

2013

$7,015 (+3.1%)

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

2012

$6,806

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

Tax history for 159 Ruggles Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,105 (+3.0%)

$600,200 + $1,642,900

$2,243,100

2024

$15,634 (+12.5%)

$600,200 + $1,642,800

$2,243,000

2023

$13,895 (+3.2%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2022

$13,461 (+3.0%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2021

$13,069 (+12.9%)

$395,100 + $1,005,600

$1,400,700

2020

$11,574

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2019

$11,574 (+2.9%)

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2018

$11,248 (+2.8%)

$343,200 + $782,700

$1,125,900

2017

$10,942 (+2.6%)

$264,000 + $712,100

$976,100

2016

$10,669 (+7.7%)

$264,000 + $712,100

$976,100

2015

$9,908 (+37.1%)

$264,000 + $664,600

$928,600

2014

$7,225 (+3.0%)

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

2013

$7,015 (+3.1%)

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

2012

$6,806

$206,400 + $392,700

$599,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1992

Sq. Ft.

2,139

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Newport County

APN

94660

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.

Oct 31, 2025 • Active

Electrical

Perform an emergency rebuild of the electrical mast and replace the meter base, main panel, and panel feeder. Install new ground rods and ground wire.

Electrical

Plumbing

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Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage
# of Parking (Total): 5
# of Covered Spaces: 1

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Features: Tile

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble
Other Features: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cable TV

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Drywall, Masonry, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 9,788
Lot Size Acres: 0.2247
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water
Zoning: R10A

Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,273
Foundation Details: Combination

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $599,100

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,949
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,139
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Newport County
APN: 94660

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Frank E. Thompson Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

3/10

Rogers High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 67-75% chance 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, 17 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

Newport, RI • 02840

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.40M – $2.90M

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Home values near 159 Ruggles Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
153 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$2,109,761
142 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1696 Sq. Ft.	$1,305,020

Address	Redfin Estimate
136 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$1,393,602
167 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3235 Sq. Ft.	$1,635,762

Address	Redfin Estimate
151 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1586 Sq. Ft.	$1,146,534
166 Ruggles Avenue, Newport, RI 5 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 4601 Sq. Ft.	$4,755,975

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