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$1,799,000

35 Second Street
Newport, RI 02840
Listed by Hillary Olinger
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.1
Living area
3,242 sqft
Year built
1760

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.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
1396014
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Historic Point Neighborhood
Status
Active
Days on market
248
On market date
September 25, 2025
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.06 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Claiborne Pell Elementary
1.28 mi away · Grades -1-4
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
744
Student:teacher ratio
10.9:1
District
Newport
Middle
Frank E. Thompson Middle
0.45 mi away · Grades 5-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
565
Student:teacher ratio
9.7:1
District
Newport
High
Newport Area Career Tech Ctr
1.72 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
Not yet rated
Local Score not yet available for this school
District
Newport

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$10,984/mo
$359,800 down
$1,439,200 loan
Principal & interest$9,335
Property tax (est.)$1,499
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Rhode Island Association of REALTORS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 31, 2026.

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