Beautiful Newport cottage in move in condition. Was built in 1850 with complete renovation 2004. Right off Bellevue and walking distance to the heart of Newport. This is a charming home with lots of character. Original stained glass windows scattered through the house. Hardwood floors throughout the main level with beamed ceilings. Lower level walkout with an office/bedroom area. Terraced back yard with a balcony off of the Master bedroom with panoramic views of downtown Newport and the harbor. Great investment property, furnishings are negotiable, Closing in 2022.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
3,276 sq ftLot Size
$647Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Nina Fiasconaro• RE/MAX FLAGSHIP, INC.
Bought with Stephanie Guinan• RE/MAX Profnl. Newport, Inc.
A CHARMING SANCTUARY IN DOWNTOWN NEWPORT CLOSE TO PRES- TIGIOUS BELLEVUE AVE & HARBOR. TOTALLY RENOVATED, 3 LVL 8 ROOM (4BR/3BA) COTTAGE W/ PORCH, DECK & GARAGE - SEP. ENTRANCE TO IN-LAW SUITE OR PRIVATE HOME OFFICE.
RIS #538763
May 5, 2005
Listing Removed
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Apr 29, 2005
Listed
$675,000
$299/sq ft
RIS #018475
Mar 23, 2001
Sold
$125,000
$55/sq ft
Dec 18, 2000
Listing Removed
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Dec 5, 2000
Listed
$120,000
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,540 (−12.7%)
$374,700 + $536,200
$910,900
2024
$7,488 (+7.7%)
$374,700 + $536,200
$910,900
2023
$6,950 (+3.2%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2022
$6,733 (+3.0%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2021
$6,537 (+27.0%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2020
$5,148
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2019
$5,148 (+2.9%)
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2018
$5,003 (+6.9%)
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2017
$4,680 (+2.6%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2016
$4,563 (+2.4%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2015
$4,455 (−2.8%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2014
$4,585 (+3.0%)
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
2013
$4,452 (+3.1%)
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
2012
$4,319
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
Tax history for 8 Perry St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,540 (−12.7%)
$374,700 + $536,200
$910,900
2024
$7,488 (+7.7%)
$374,700 + $536,200
$910,900
2023
$6,950 (+3.2%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2022
$6,733 (+3.0%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2021
$6,537 (+27.0%)
$244,900 + $455,700
$700,600
2020
$5,148
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2019
$5,148 (+2.9%)
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2018
$5,003 (+6.9%)
$219,900 + $280,900
$500,800
2017
$4,680 (+2.6%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2016
$4,563 (+2.4%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2015
$4,455 (−2.8%)
$157,200 + $260,300
$417,500
2014
$4,585 (+3.0%)
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
2013
$4,452 (+3.1%)
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
2012
$4,319
$133,600 + $246,600
$380,200
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
2,068
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport County
APN
288387
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Mar 29, 2021 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Feb 26, 2021 • Active
Building
Remodel
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.
Other Features: Tub Shower, Air Filtration, Furnished, Storage
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 3
Stories (Total): 3
Construction Details: Drywall, Clapboard
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Barbecue
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 3,276
Lot Size Acres: 0.0752
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water
Zoning: R10
Property Information
Has View
Below Grade Finished Area: 640
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,620
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $700,600
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,500
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
Water Source: Connected
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: 1 Unit
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,068
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Newport County
APN: 288387
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Rogers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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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
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.39M – $1.68M
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