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Last Sold Price
4 beds3,709 sqft$613/sqft
246 Colonel John Gardner Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.48 acresLot Size
1929Year Built
$613/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Elegant waterfront estate perched high on the cliffs of Bonnet Shores affords captivating, expansive views of Narragansett Bay, the ocean, Beavertail lighthouse and the Newport Bridge. The current owners–only the 2nd owners since the home was constructed in 1929–completed a meticulous custom rebuild by Davitt Design Build. Materials and workmanship are exceptional throughout. A subsequent renovation–beautifully executed by Baud Builders and artfully designed by architect Nancy...Elegant waterfront estate perched high on the cliffs of Bonnet Shores affords captivating, expansive views of Narragansett Bay, the ocean, Beavertail lighthouse and the Newport Bridge. The current owners–only the 2nd owners since the home was constructed in 1929–completed a meticulous custom rebuild by Davitt Design Build. Materials and workmanship are exceptional throughout. A subsequent renovation–beautifully executed by Baud Builders and artfully designed by architect Nancy Leslie–transformed an unfinished attic space into a stunning, light-filled master suite with soaring ceilings, en suite bath,office, sitting room with fireplace, and access to a private mahogany deck overlooking the Bay. This brick and shingled home features 4/5 bedrooms (5BR septic),4 gorgeous baths, state of the art stainless/quartz kitchen, fireplaced Great Room, glorious sun room, and magnificent reclaimed heart pine flooring throughout. Tastefully decorated, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece seamlessly blends the look and feel of past and present. The home and setting evoke a sense of casual, coastal tranquility. A lovely rear yard brick patio, partially shaded by a distinctive pergola, is bordered by a lush lawn, crisply edged planting beds and mature landscaping. Also included: 2 car garage, alarm system, generator & outdoor shower. Situated next to small, protected Battery Park this home provides a quiet, private escape. Access to Kelly’s Beach. Minutes to Newport,90 minutes to Boston, and 3 hours to NYC.
  • Listed by: Kelly Schneider 401.258.9849 kelly@baysold.com Brokerage DRE #C10150 • Bay Realty, LTD.
Listing closed: 09/12/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, MLS#: 1190656

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,200,000

Avg days on market

39

Sale-to-list ratio

92.3%

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Location

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Property Information for 246 Colonel John Gardner Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $18,570 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Bonnet Shores
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Tudor
  • Waterfront Y N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Front, Water Access, Walk To Water, Waterfront
  • View: Saltwater, Water
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Lot Size: 0.48 AC / 20,908 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Narragansett
  • Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Postal City: Narragansett
  • Postal Code: 02882
  • State Or Province: RI
  • View Y N: Yes
  • Zoning: R20
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage Y N: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Y N: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Total: 6
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $18,570.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 1758600
  • Tax Lot: 450
  • Tax Year: 2017
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 3709.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 3709.0
  • Living Area: 3,709.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Size Area: 20908.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20908.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 246COLONELJOHNGARDNERRDNARR
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1929
  • C L I P: 7,702,246,656
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: None
  • Basement Y N: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bathtub, Cathedral Ceilings, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Cable Tv, Wood Burning Stove
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Window Features: Storm Windows, Thermal Windows
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Office
  • Room Level 1: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level 2: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level 3: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level 4: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level 5: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Laundry
  • Room Level 6: First
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Sunroom
  • Room Level 7: First
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Living Room
  • Room Level 8: First
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Dining Room
  • Room Level 9: First
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Kitchen
  • Room Level 10: First
Room 30
  • Room List: Office, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Sunroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 246 Colonel John Gardner Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 12, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #631299444

$2,272,500

+7.9% / yr

Sep 12, 2018

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1190656

$2,272,500
Jun 25, 2018

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1190656

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/12/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #631299444

$2,272,500

+7.9% / yr

09/12/2018

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1190656

$2,272,500
06/25/2018

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1190656

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Public Records for 246 Colonel John Gardner Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,951,400Additions$1,785,000Total$3,736,400
Tax Record2025$25,370 ($2,114 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,658 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,658 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,952 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated2006ZoningR-20CountyWASHINGTONAPNNARR M:N-S B:450

Schools near 246 Colonel John Gardner Road

This home is within Narragansett School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Narragansett Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Narragansett Pier School
Public5 to 8

Narragansett High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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