Waterfront lifestyle at its best! Kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, or just relaxing while overlooking the calm waters of the cove. This three-bedroom, three-bath retreat or year-round home has been reconstructed paying attention to detail, with granite and stainless steel kitchen, bamboo flooring throughout, and three zones of gas heat. There's always a comfortable spot to be found on the front porch, back deck, hammock, or inside by the fireplace. The first floor offers cathedral ceiling in the living room with a fireplace, bath, bedroom, office/dining, eat-in kitchen with island, and great water views. The second floor includes a master suite, additional bedroom, and bath/laundry. Easy-maintenance exterior with landscaped fenced yard plus ample parking for you and your guests. Short walk to the beach and a variety of restaurants. Close to Pirates Cove Marina and access to Route 24 for a trip to Boston or Providence. Fantastic sunsets complete the perfect package and location.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$637Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Liz Mastin• Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Bought with The Donovan Group• Keller Williams Coastal
WATERFRONT COTTAGE 44' FRONTAGE ON BLUE BELL COVE. FULLY RENOVATED WITH NEW 12X14 FAMILY RM & FIREPLACE. HEAT & REPLACEMENT WINDOWS. 3 BEDROOM SEPTIC DESIGN. GREAT WATER VIEWS & SUNSETS.
RIS #1215924
Apr 10, 2019
Sold
$475,000
$313/sq ft
Mar 12, 2019
Contingent
—
Feb 26, 2019
Listed
$500,000
$329/sq ft
RIS #1192122
Oct 15, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2018
Price Changed
$525,000
$345/sq ft
May 17, 2018
Listed
$556,900
$366/sq ft
RIS #102157
Feb 13, 2001
Listed
$189,000
$124/sq ft
RIS #806658
Nov 4, 1998
Sold
$90,000
$59/sq ft
Jul 29, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 1998
Listed
$93,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,880 (+0.8%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2024
$8,813 (+3.1%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2023
$8,546 (+23.9%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2022
$6,899 (+1.6%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2021
$6,788 (+1.6%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2020
$6,682 (+24.5%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2019
$5,368 (+2.7%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2018
$5,227 (+3.6%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2017
$5,047 (+3.3%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2016
$4,886 (+1.3%)
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2015
$4,825
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2014
$4,825 (−7.4%)
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2013
$5,209 (+2.0%)
$213,200 + $145,300
$358,500
2012
$5,105
$213,200 + $145,300
$358,500
Tax history for 174 Riverside St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,880 (+0.8%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2024
$8,813 (+3.1%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2023
$8,546 (+23.9%)
$429,500 + $239,200
$668,700
2022
$6,899 (+1.6%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2021
$6,788 (+1.6%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2020
$6,682 (+24.5%)
$259,600 + $183,800
$443,400
2019
$5,368 (+2.7%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2018
$5,227 (+3.6%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2017
$5,047 (+3.3%)
$160,100 + $167,200
$327,300
2016
$4,886 (+1.3%)
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2015
$4,825
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2014
$4,825 (−7.4%)
$168,500 + $136,900
$305,400
2013
$5,209 (+2.0%)
$213,200 + $145,300
$358,500
2012
$5,105
$213,200 + $145,300
$358,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,520
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport County
APN
99231
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): 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partial, Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Zero Clearance
Equipment
Appliances: Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Other Features: Attic, Permanent Attic Stairs, Tub Shower, Cable TV
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Drywall, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 7,000
Lot Size Acres: 0.1607
Lot Features: Waterfront
Has Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Water Access, Walk to Water, Waterfront
Zoning: R-10
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,520
Foundation Details: Combination
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $327,300
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,047
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Water Connected
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Connected, Multiple Meters, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Gas, Hot Water, Zoned
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,520
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Newport County
APN: 99231
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Schools
Howard Hathaway School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Portsmouth Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
8/10
Portsmouth High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Estimated sale price
$921,000 – $1.12M
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