5259 Old Post Rd

Charlestown, RI 02813

$425,000
Price
3
Beds
1,500 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Zoned for both commercial and residential use, this 0.67-acre property offers a rare opportunity to build a custom home, seasonal retreat, or live/work space in a highly accessible Charlestown location. The lot includes two existing structures, one formerly a restaurant at the front of the property and a secondary building in the rear, both in need of full renovation or demolition. Set off its own private pull-off drive just off Route 1, the location provides a sense of privacy without sacrificing...Zoned for both commercial and residential use, this 0.67-acre property offers a rare opportunity to build a custom home, seasonal retreat, or live/work space in a highly accessible Charlestown location. The lot includes two existing structures, one formerly a restaurant at the front of the property and a secondary building in the rear, both in need of full renovation or demolition. Set off its own private pull-off drive just off Route 1, the location provides a sense of privacy without sacrificing proximity to beaches, schools, restaurants, and shopping. Whether you're envisioning a brand-new build with room for a home-based business or a renovation project with character, this versatile lot offers space, visibility, and potential. Also listed #1390874.
  1. Listed by Fitzpatrick Team • Brokerage DRE #REB.0019593 • RE/MAX Results
    P: (401)-848-7827 justine@resultswithremax.com
  2. Listed by Joseph Fitzpatrick • Brokerage DRE #REB.0019593 • RE/MAX Results
    P: (401)-835-2045 C: (401)-835-2045 joe@resultswithremax.com

Property Details for 5259 Old Post Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 12:21 AM

Property Details for 5259 Old Post Road

StatusActive
MLS #1390839
Days on Market141
Taxes$2,351 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size-
CountyWashington County

Location

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Building Information for 5259 Old Post Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$2,296 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,100

Property Taxes

$196

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5259 Old Post Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Charlestown
  • Postal City: Charlestown
  • Postal Code: 02813
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1835
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 15
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,351.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 406700
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1500.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1500.0
  • Living Area: 1,500.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.67
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 0.67
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 5259OLDPOSTRDCHAR
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • C L I P: 3,825,559,934
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Wall Units
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Heating: None, Other
  • Heating Y N: No
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 7
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease Y N: No
  • Listing Terms: Owner May Carry

Property History for 5259 Old Post Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1390839

$425,000—
Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1390839

$495,000—
Jun 27, 2007

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E188232

$775,000—
Jun 26, 2006

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E188232

$775,000—
Aug 21, 2004

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E143808

$850,000—
Feb 21, 2004

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E143808

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1390839

$425,000
07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1390839

$495,000
06/27/2007

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E188232

$775,000
06/26/2006

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E188232

$775,000
08/21/2004

Temporarily Off Market

SMARTMLS #E143808

$850,000
02/21/2004

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #E143808

$850,000

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

Public Records for 5259 Old Post Road

Taxable ValueLand$88,200Additions$318,500Total$406,700
Tax Record2025$2,412 ($201 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size29,185 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingZoningC3CountyWASHINGTONAPNCHAR M:14 L:10

Schools near 5259 Old Post Road

This home is within Chariho School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chariho Regional Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Chariho High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ashaway Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Chariho Alternative Learning Academy
Public - K 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
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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More information about 5259 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

5259 Old Post Road is a single family home for sale in Charlestown, RI 02813. This property was listed for sale on July 24, 2025 by RE/MAX Results, it's currently listed at $425,000. This listing's school district is Chariho School District. Nearby schools include Chariho Regional Middle School, Chariho High School and Ashaway Elementary School. 5259 Old Post Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,500 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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