279 Jepson Lane Portsmouth

$895,000
4 3 3,100 sq ft

The Property

Steeped in history and thoughtfully updated for modern living, the circa 1850 Coggeshall House offers a rare opportunity to own one of Portsmouth’s recognized historic farmhouses. Nestled along picturesque Jepson Lane, this Early Greek Revival home blends timeless character with today’s comforts, featuring wide-plank floors, period details, gracious living spaces, and 3 full baths—one on each level. The updated eat-in kitchen with granite countertops flows into the living room, while the formal dining room is perfect for entertaining. Four spacious bedrooms—including a private 3rd floor main suite—plus a generous 2nd floor office/bonus room offer flexibility.

Outside, enjoy a beautifully renovated deck overlooking fields, mature trees, stunning perennial gardens, colorful blooms, a tranquil koi pond, and incredible sunsets. Since 2022, the home has undergone extensive improvements: whole-house insulation by RISE, interior painting throughout, updated flooring, electrical and plumbing enhancements, Nest smart home technology, Cox Fiber internet, a renovated deck, septic leach field improvements, and numerous upgrades that preserve the home’s historic charm while enhancing efficiency and comfort. Recognized by the RI Historic & Architectural Resources Survey -originally owned by A.C. Coggeshall, this exceptional property offers the perfect balance of nearly two centuries of history and modern convenience, just minutes from Newport, beaches and all Aquidneck Island has to offer.

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Listing Details

MLS Number

1417208

Lot Size:

0.55 acres

Features

  • Basement: Full, Interior and Exterior, Unfinished
  • Bus
  • Golf
  • Highway Access
  • Marina
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Railroad
  • Recreational Facilities
  • Restaurants
  • Schools
  • Near Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Deck
  • Heating: Electric, Oil, Baseboard, Central
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil, Baseboard, Central
  • Local Historic District
  • Fenced
  • Out Building
  • Paved Driveway
  • Wooded
  • Type: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Water Amenities: Walk to Fresh Water

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    Homes for Sale Today87-92.1% decrease in inventory
    New on Market *34100% increase in new listings
    Avg. Asking Price/Sq.Ft. *$556.83$19 increase in List Price/Sq.Ft.
    Avg. Sale Price *$1,238,667$171,889 increase in Avg. Sale Price
    Avg. Sale Price as % of Asking Price *98.74%-0.6% decrease in Sales to List Price
    Avg. Sale Price/Sq.Ft. *$473.74$77 decrease in Sale Price/Sq.Ft.
    Avg. Days on Market of Sold *526 decrease in days on market

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