Recently Listed Open House 7/9 4pm - 5:30pm
279 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI, 02871 $ 895,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.0 Sq 3,100 Monthly Estimate*
$ 5,651
for $895,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 3,100 square foot home was built in 1850 on a lot size of 0.55.
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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Open House
7/9/2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
7/11/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
7/12/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
279 Jepson Lane Portsmouth, RI
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralSewer Septic Tank
Heating Baseboard Central Electric Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Possession Negotiable
Garage Spaces 0
Patio/Porch Features Deck
Construction Materials Clapboard
Year Built 1850
Electric 200+ Amp Service Circuit Breakers
View Water
Stories Count 3
Levels Three Or More
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Waterfront Features Walk to Water
Community Features Golf Highway Access Marina Near Schools Pool Public Transportation Recreation Area Restaurant Tennis Court(s)
County Newport
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Garage Y/N false
Other Structures Outbuilding
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 3
Status Active
City Portsmouth
Senior Community Y/N false
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 23958
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 8397
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Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 986000
Tax Lot B
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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InteriorInterior Amenities Bathtub Interior Steps Skylights Tub Shower
Basement Exterior Entry Full Interior Entry Unfinished
Flooring Hardwood Carpet
Total Fireplaces 0
Fireplace Features None
Total Stories 3
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Skylight(s)
Fireplace Y/N false
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Deck Paved Driveway
Fencing Fenced
Parking Features No Garage
Lot Features Wooded
Water Source Private
Total Parking 6
Lot Size Area 23958
Foundation Details Combination Stone
Building Area Total 3100
Lot Size Acres 0.55
Covered Spaces 0
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $5,651
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $700
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 7/8/2026 | $895,000 | | Listed Price |