35 2nd St, Newport, RI, 02840
About This Home
An incredible value in the heart of Newport’s coveted Point neighborhood with over 3200 sq ft., the John Fry House (c.1760) offers grand living, designer style, and rich colonial history. A rare combination of two historic homes, this 3,242 sq ft residence features 6 fireplaces, original paneling, hardwood floors, crown molding, and beamed ceilings. The spacious kitchen—with a massive hearth, stainless steel appliances, and large island—is perfect for entertaining. Four large bedrooms and three baths on the second floor, plus an additional bedroom, bath, and vaulted great room/bunk room on the third floor provide flexible living space. Enjoy central A/C, off-street parking, an EV charger, and a charming brick patio/courtyard ideal for outdoor dining. With limited yard work, this home is an ideal condo alternative—walkable to everything Newport has to offer.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1760
Materials
- Foundation: Unknown
- Construction materials: Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Dishwasher,Dryer,Disposal,Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Bulkhead,Unfinished
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s),Dry Bar,Skylight,Stairs,Plumbing (Mixed),Insulation (Unknown)
- Window features: Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Brick
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,242
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Baseboard,Forced Water
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,242
- Total interior livable area: 3,242 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Library
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Third
Recreation Room
- Level: Third
Property
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM016B0226
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water,Walk To Water
Lot
- Lot size: 2,613 sqft
- Features: Local Historic District,Corner Lot,Sidewalks
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage