279 Jepson Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871
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279 Jepson Lane,Portsmouth, RI 02871
$895,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,100 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sat, Jul 1112:00 pm - 02:00 pm
- Sun, Jul 1212:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Listed by: fitzpatrick team, caroline cooper leitao
Office: re/max results
MLS#:1417208
Source:RI_STATEWIDE
Price summary
- Price:$895,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$288.71
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1850
- Listing ID #:1417208
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 09, 2026 at 05:06 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:9
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood
- Bathrooms Description:Bathtub, Tub Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Living area:3,100 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Units
- Heating:Baseboard, Central, Electric, Oil
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1850
- Building area:3,100 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.55 Acres
- Lot Features:Wooded
- Architectural Style:Colonial, Historic Antique
- Construction Materials:Clapboard
- Exterior Features:Deck, Paved Driveway
- Foundation Description:Combination, Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Private
- Sewer:Septic Tank
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$895,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$288.71
- Tax amount:$8,397 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Amenities:Oil Water Heater, Skylights
- Smart home:Yes
Parking
- Total parking spaces:6
- Parking description:No Garage, Paved Driveway
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