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
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Rhode Island Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,096 | $109,152 |
| Home Insurance * | $603 | $7,236 |
| Property Taxes | $1,305 | $15,660 |
| Electricity | $660 | $7,923 |
| Total | $11,664 | $139,968 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Rhode Island FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-20 | Price change | $1,799,000 |
| 2026-03-24 | Listing removed | $6,750 |
| 2026-03-17 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000 |
| 2026-02-23 | Contingent | $1,890,000 |
| 2025-11-25 | Listed for rent | $6,750 |
| 2025-10-13 | Price change | $1,890,000 |
| 2025-06-16 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
| 2023-09-26 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-09-05 | Listed for rent | $6,500 |
| 2023-04-14 | Sold | $1,561,700 |
| 2023-03-15 | Pending sale | $1,690,000 |
| 2023-03-03 | Contingent | $1,690,000 |
| 2022-11-29 | Price change | $1,690,000 |
| 2022-10-25 | Price change | $1,845,000 |
| 2022-10-13 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
| 2022-10-03 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-09-27 | Price change | $1,950,000 |
| 2022-08-22 | Price change | $2,150,000 |
| 2022-07-22 | Price change | $2,350,000 |
| 2022-06-27 | Listed for sale | $2,700,000 |
| 2017-06-09 | Sold | $1,290,000 |
| 2017-02-16 | Listed for sale | $1,345,000 |
| 2016-12-28 | Listing removed | $1,345,000 |
| 2016-10-12 | Price change | $1,345,000 |
| 2016-04-06 | Listed for sale | $1,397,000 |
| 2012-05-16 | Sold | $710,000 |
| 1995-09-01 | Sold | $252,500 |
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