5153 Old Post Rd

9,688 Sq. Ft.
$201 / Sq. Ft.
9,688
Sq. Ft.
$201
per Sq. Ft.

Description

c. 1739 The Historic Wilcox Tavern has been a staple in Charlestown for generations. With potential for a 200 seat, full service restaurant offering over 7000sf, large kitchen and bar area, the property currently has a yoga studio tenant. With a newly built hardscaped exterior patio and ample parking, opportunities are endless. The 2.71 acre lot sits directly above Route 1, with over 17,000 vehicles on average traveling by daily, and adjacent to a traffic light for easy on/off access. In addition...c. 1739 The Historic Wilcox Tavern has been a staple in Charlestown for generations. With potential for a 200 seat, full service restaurant offering over 7000sf, large kitchen and bar area, the property currently has a yoga studio tenant. With a newly built hardscaped exterior patio and ample parking, opportunities are endless. The 2.71 acre lot sits directly above Route 1, with over 17,000 vehicles on average traveling by daily, and adjacent to a traffic light for easy on/off access. In addition to the restaurant, the sale includes a separate, legal 4 unit, 7 bedroom, 2688sf income producing apartment building.
  1. Listed by Mike Sweeney • Brokerage DRE #REB.0013814 • Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
    P: (401)-862-0164 msweeney@gustavewhite.com
  2. Listed by David Huberman • Brokerage DRE #REB.0013814 • Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
    P: (401)-849-3000 dhuberman@gustavewhite.com

Property Details for 5153 Old Post Road

Subdivision Name
Route 1
Architectural Style
Historic/Antique
LISTING UPDATED: 07/28/2026 12:25 PM

Property Details for 5153 Old Post Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #1419104
Days on Market1
Taxes$7,289 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1739
Lot Size2.71 AC / 118,047 SF
CountyWashington County

Location

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Building Information for 5153 Old Post Road

Stories3Year Built1739Building Size-Lot Size2.71 AC / 118,047 SF

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$10,519 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,912

Property Taxes

$607

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 5153 Old Post Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Charlestown
  • Community Features: Highway Access, Marina, Pool, Recreation Area, Shopping
  • Postal City: Charlestown
  • Postal Code: 02813
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Zoning: C3
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 10
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,289.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 1437800
  • Tax Lot: 90
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Year: 2026
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 9688.0
  • Building Area Total: 9688.0
  • Living Area: 9,688.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Paved, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.71
  • Lot Size Area: 118047.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 118047.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 5153OLDPOSTRDCHAR
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1739
  • C L I P: 3,727,826,934
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach With Ramp
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Foundation Details: Slab
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Basement Y N: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Cooling: Partial, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Oil
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Tub Shower
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Rooms Total: 11
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 5153 Old Post Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 28, 2026

Contract Out

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1419104

Jul 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1419104

$1,950,000
Oct 13, 2023

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1325908

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/28/2026

Contract Out

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1419104

07/28/2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1419104

$1,950,000
10/13/2023

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1325908

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

Public Records for 5153 Old Post Road

Taxable ValueLand$343,000Additions$845,600Total$1,188,600
Tax Record2025$7,048 ($587 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size118,048 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingZoningC3CountyWASHINGTONAPNCHAR M:14 L:90

Schools near 5153 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 - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chariho Regional Middle School
Public5 to 8

Chariho High School
Public9 to 12

Ashaway Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Chariho Alternative Learning Academy
Public1 to 12

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