$895,000

About this home

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.

Property facts

Property type

Single Family Residence

Style

Colonial

Year built

1850

Living area (sq ft)

3,100

Above-grade finished (sq ft)

3,100

Below-grade finished (sq ft)

0

Lot size (acres)

0.55

Total rooms

9

Stories

3

Garage spaces

0

Total parking

6

Annual taxes

$8,397

Tax year

2025

County

Newport

Features

Heating

Electric, Oil, Baseboard, Central

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Basement

Full, Interior and Exterior, Unfinished

Appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator

Interior

Stairs, Insulation (Walls)

Fireplace

None

Parking

No Garage

Construction

Clapboard

Sewer

Septic Tank

Water

Municipal

Waterfront

Walk to Fresh Water

Community

Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Swimming, Tennis

Exterior

Deck

Lot

Local Historic District, Fenced, Out Building, Paved Driveway, Wooded

Location