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Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$1,850,000

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MLS® 1422890

Overview

Key Facts

Type Multi Family
Levels Residential Income
Size 3848 sqft
Garage 
Taxes $30,091
Days Active 17
Lot Size 0.18 Acres
Approx. Age 1750
Avg. Price Per Sqft $480
MLS® Number 1422890

Property Address: 57 Farewell St, Newport, RI, 02840-2575

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Every Newporter knows this house, the iconic red duplex marking the drive into town on Farewell Street. Local tradition holds it as America's first duplex, built circa 1750, a claim legendary architectural historian Antoinette Downing called a rare and significant example of Colonial-era duplex construction. Built by brothers Joseph and William Cozzens, a hat maker and a wig maker, the house features 12 working fireplaces with original tile surrounds, generously scaled rooms with high ceilings, and original staircases with ornate period detail. Both sides offer formal living rooms, dining rooms, and a study with built-in bookcases, plus two bedrooms and a full bath. 59 Farewell also has a finished third floor with two bedrooms and a bath. One of the original Operation Clapboard restorations, the house was purchased in 1965 by its current owners and lovingly brought back to life as a demonstration project, earning a place in countless books, magazines, and newspaper articles. Outside, a secret garden enclosed by a tall paneled fence offers a private retreat, while dedicated parking on either side serves both residences. Not in the Historic District, the property offers flexibility with renovations and can be converted to two condos without zoning approval, a great investment opportunity. Offered for the first time in over 50 years, this is a rare chance to own one of Newport's true landmarks. Sold AS IS, pre-inspection report available.
MLS® Number1422890
Laundry Level
Central VacNo
FireplaceYes
Acreage
Exterior
Garage
Approx. Age1750
BasementExterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
DrivewayNo Garage
Garage Spaces
HeatBaseboard, Oil
A/CNone

Extras

Has been owner occupied for the past few years. No rental history to provide for either unit.

Price History

Last Sold Price

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Appreciation

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Avg. Days Listed

101 days

Today, For Sale for $1,850,000

For Sale · 17 days

$1,850,000

MLS® 1422890

17 days ago

Not Sold Yet

September 2026, For Sale for $1,850,000

For Sale · 17 days

$1,850,000

MLS® 1422890

17 days ago

Not Sold Yet

June 2026, For Sale for $2,200,000

For Sale · 101 days

$2,200,000

MLS® 1415171

3 months ago

Not Sold Yet

Home Estimate Zoopraisal®

This property is estimated to sell between: $1,850,000 and $3,030,000.
Similar properties in this area sold on average for: $2,636,666
Expected to sell in 8 days. Similar properties sold in 25 days. This home has been on Zoocasa for 17 days.

The estimated sale price does not take into account many variables such as recent renovations, type of appliances, school district etc. To get a more accurate estimate please contact agent.

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