4029 Old Post Rd

$385,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,636 Sq. Ft.
$235 / Sq. Ft.
1,636
Sq. Ft.
$235
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The house is named for ELIZABETH TRIPP (KENYON) BABCOCK (1809-1881). Elizabeth (Betsy) married Ethan Babcock (1789-1836) in 1827 The house is an excellent example of a 1.5 story Georgian style cottage. It features a large center chimney with several fireplaces, center entrance opening directly into a stairwell, front façade with windows centered on either side. The home 2 bed, 1.5 bath home is cozy and spacious all in one. Even with many updates the owners have meticulously...The house is named for ELIZABETH TRIPP (KENYON) BABCOCK (1809-1881). Elizabeth (Betsy) married Ethan Babcock (1789-1836) in 1827 The house is an excellent example of a 1.5 story Georgian style cottage. It features a large center chimney with several fireplaces, center entrance opening directly into a stairwell, front façade with windows centered on either side. The home 2 bed, 1.5 bath home is cozy and spacious all in one. Even with many updates the owners have meticulously restored many authentic features of this gem! The almost 1 acre of land is a masterpiece of gardens, plants and trees. There are several outbuildings and a gazebo to enjoy all of the beauty from. The exact origin of the house is yet to be determined. A dendrochronology study of selected timbers was done in March 2018, which identified several timbers cut in 1689 and others cut throughout the 1700s, and as late as 1797. The probable explanation for this is that the house was originally constructed 1689/1690 and underwent several major renovations/restorations throughout the 1700s. A major renovation/restoration took place with Betsy’s house in 2008-12, and it was then that we discovered and identified many of the clues enabling us to narrow the range of the origins of the house. That renovation included new insulated roof panels, sills, siding, complete second floor renovation, utility upgrading, wall insulation, and many cosmetic and appliance upgrades. Only a short walk or bike ride to the beach
  1. Listed by Christopher Grant • Brokerage DRE #REB.0016699 • Keller Williams N. Kingstown
    P: (860)-933-3565 chrisgrant@kw.com
  2. Listed by Jose Da Silva • Keller Williams N. Kingstown
    P: (401)-741-6205 C: (401)-741-6205 josedasilva@kw.com

Property Details for 4029 Old Post Road

Architectural Style
Cape Cod, Historic/Antique
Waterfront Features
Walk To Water
LISTING UPDATED: 10/13/2022 08:10 PM

Property Details for 4029 Old Post Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1203580
Days on Market45
Taxes$2,402 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1856
Lot Size0.91 AC / 39,640 SF
CountyWashington County

Location

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Sold By Keller Williams N. Kingstown

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Building Information for 4029 Old Post Road

Stories2Year Built1856Building Size-Lot Size0.91 AC / 39,640 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,103 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,902

Property Taxes

$200

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4029 Old Post Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Charlestown
  • Community Features: Highway Access, Near Schools
  • Postal City: Charlestown
  • Postal Code: 02813
  • Postal Code Plus4: 2553
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Zoning: C2
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 6
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,402.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 249200
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Year: 2018
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1636.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1636.0
  • Living Area: 1,636.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.91
  • Lot Size Area: 39640.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 39640.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 4029OLDPOSTRDCHAR
  • 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: 1856
  • C L I P: 8,474,489,629
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Pellet Stove
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Tub Shower
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 6
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 4029 Old Post Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 8, 2024

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1364047

Jul 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1364047

$829,000
Feb 15, 2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

$385,000
Jan 5, 2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

Sep 7, 2018

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

$385,000
Aug 24, 2012

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1000777

Sep 3, 2011

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1000777

$349,900
Sep 26, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #257914788

$240,000

+9.2% / yr

Sep 26, 2008

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

$240,000
Aug 25, 2008

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

Nov 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

$324,900
Dec 28, 2005

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #547509

Jul 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #547509

$950,000
Jul 24, 2003

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #301094

Jan 24, 2003

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #301094

$329,900
Aug 30, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171387220

$108,000
Aug 30, 1999

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

$108,000
Jul 18, 1999

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

Jun 18, 1999

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

$110,000
Jun 30, 1998

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #712938

Jul 3, 1997

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #712938

$139,000
Feb 28, 1997

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #615661

Aug 7, 1996

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #615661

$179,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/08/2024

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1364047

07/18/2024

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1364047

$829,000
02/15/2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

$385,000
01/05/2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

09/07/2018

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1203580

$385,000
08/24/2012

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1000777

09/03/2011

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1000777

$349,900
09/26/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #257914788

$240,000

+9.2% / yr

09/26/2008

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

$240,000
08/25/2008

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

11/20/2007

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #761610

$324,900
12/28/2005

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #547509

07/28/2005

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #547509

$950,000
07/24/2003

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #301094

01/24/2003

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #301094

$329,900
08/30/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171387220

$108,000
08/30/1999

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

$108,000
07/18/1999

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

06/18/1999

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #910510

$110,000
06/30/1998

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #712938

07/03/1997

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #712938

$139,000
02/28/1997

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #615661

08/07/1996

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #615661

$179,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4029 Old Post Road

Taxable ValueLand$143,000Additions$353,200Total$496,200
Tax Record2025$2,942 ($245 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,636 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,636 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,096 SqFtStories2Lot Size39,640 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1856ZoningTVDCountyWASHINGTONAPNCHAR M:13 L:9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4029 Old Post Road

This home is within Chariho School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chariho Regional Middle School
Public5 to 8

Chariho High School
Public9 to 12

Charlestown Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Chariho Alternative Learning Academy
PublicK 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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