42 2nd St

Newport RI 02840

2282 sq. ft.

2070 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Last sold for $1,775,000

Michelle Drum, last sold this property on 08 September 2025 after 133 days on market.

Overview

The Sarah and James Davis House is a rare opportunity to own one of Newport's few remaining pre-Revolutionary homes. This colonial, also called Willow's Edge has been sensitively restored, retaining its historic charm but adding modern comforts. Throughout the three floors of living space, you'll find wide plank chestnut flooring, multiple fireplaces several that have been converted to gas and all with the fireplace original surrounds that reflect the home's pre- Revolutionary century origins. The heart of the home is the keeping room/kitchen, featuring a double beehive functioning fireplace. Off the keeping room is access to the teak deck perfect for a grill and small table and chairs. Step down from the deck with storage room to the bluestone patio surrounded by perennial gardens. The property is surrounded by a handsome wood fence on both the Second Street entrance and on Willow Street. There is a brick cobbled driveway and sticker parking. No flood insurance required. Each of the three second-floor bedrooms include an en suite bathroom, while the third-floor bathroom serves the additional two bedrooms. Modern updates include central air conditioning, brand new on-demand heat and hot water, and a spacious, bright, and dry basement ideal for beach gear, wine storage, or a future home gym. Walk down Willow Street to the drift way and you can dip your toes, leave your kayaks and enjoy Newport Harbor year-round. Experience timeless elegance in the heart of Newport.

Features

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

1 carspace

2282 sq. ft. floor area

2070 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 5 bedroom single-family properties sold in Newport over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 42 2nd St is $2.35m.

Median value

$2.35m

Estimated value range

$900k - $12.14m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

42%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Newport. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 42 2nd St

2025

Sold

$1,775,000

08 Sep 2025 by Michelle Drum, of Gustave White Sotheby's Realty

2023

Sold

$1,900,000

16 Nov 2023 by Julie Chalue, of New England Properties

2015

Sold

$1,150,000

08 Jun 2015 by Kimberly Marion, of Engel & Volkers

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