Charm and history abound at 1597 East Main R?oad?. Since 1858, this home has seen lots of action. Now-a-days the first floor has an open feel with a renovated kitchen featuring cathedral ceilings, bamboo flooring and soapstone countertops. Wood floors shine and unify the open concept first floor warmed by the pellet stove. In addition to the first floor bedroom, now used as a den, there is a laundry room and half bath?. Second floor has 3 bedrooms, an office and a full bath. The sunny warm enclosed front porch features walls of windows, wainscoting and plenty of space for rocking chairs. The detached Barn is a work of art and provides plenty of storage and work space. Surrounded by stone walls, the? lot is? ?1.46 acres, in a R20 Zone, may be possible to subdivide. Many renovations and mechanical updates make this a smart investment for the new buyer.
RIS #1295461
Dec 28, 2021
Sold
$500,000
$318/sq ft
Nov 7, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 7, 2021
Listed
$549,000
$349/sq ft
+18
Charm and history abound at 1597 East Main Rd in Portsmouth. Since 1858, this home has seen lots of action. Now-a-days the first floor has an open feel with a renovated kitchen featuring cathedral ceilings, bamboo flooring and soapstone counter tops. Wood floors shine and unify the open concept first floor warmed by the pellet stove. In addition to the first floor bedroom, now used as a den, there is a laundry room and half bath. Second floor has 3 bedrooms, and an office and a full bath. The sunny warm enclosed front porch features walls of windows, wainscoting and plenty of space for rocking chairs. The detached Barn is a work of art and provides plenty of storage and work space. Surrounded by stone walls, the lot is 1.46 acres, in a R20 Zone, may be possible to subdivide. Many renovations and mechanical updates make this a smart investment for the new buyer.
RIS #011927
Sep 28, 2000
Sold
$179,900
$114/sq ft
Aug 9, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Aug 1, 2000
Listed
$179,900
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,012 (+0.8%)
$147,200 + $305,500
$452,700
2024
$5,967 (−3.3%)
$147,200 + $305,500
$452,700
2023
$6,171 (+31.6%)
$163,900 + $319,000
$482,900
2022
$4,690 (+1.6%)
$144,700 + $156,700
$301,400
2021
$4,614 (+1.7%)
$144,700 + $156,700
$301,400
2020
$4,538 (+16.5%)
$144,400 + $156,700
$301,100
2019
$3,895 (+2.7%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2018
$3,793 (+3.6%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2017
$3,662 (+1.0%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2016
$3,626 (+1.3%)
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2015
$3,580
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2014
$3,580 (−4.9%)
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2013
$3,766 (+2.0%)
$119,600 + $139,600
$259,200
2012
$3,691
$119,600 + $139,600
$259,200
Tax history for 1597 East Main Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,012 (+0.8%)
$147,200 + $305,500
$452,700
2024
$5,967 (−3.3%)
$147,200 + $305,500
$452,700
2023
$6,171 (+31.6%)
$163,900 + $319,000
$482,900
2022
$4,690 (+1.6%)
$144,700 + $156,700
$301,400
2021
$4,614 (+1.7%)
$144,700 + $156,700
$301,400
2020
$4,538 (+16.5%)
$144,400 + $156,700
$301,100
2019
$3,895 (+2.7%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2018
$3,793 (+3.6%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2017
$3,662 (+1.0%)
$94,900 + $142,600
$237,500
2016
$3,626 (+1.3%)
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2015
$3,580
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2014
$3,580 (−4.9%)
$94,900 + $131,700
$226,600
2013
$3,766 (+2.0%)
$119,600 + $139,600
$259,200
2012
$3,691
$119,600 + $139,600
$259,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,573
Year built
1858
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport County
APN
376396
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage
# of Parking (Total): 5
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Unfinished
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Other Features: Skylights, Tub Shower
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Drywall, Clapboard
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Paved Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 20,000
Lot Size Acres: 0.4591
Zoning: R20
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,573
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $452,700
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,786
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Connected
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Steam
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,573
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1858
Year Renovated: —
County: Newport County
APN: 376396
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Portsmouth Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Portsmouth High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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Portsmouth, RI • 02871
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Estimated sale price
$631,000 – $764,000
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