1 of 48

Want to see similar homes for sale?

161 Massachusetts Boulevard

Portsmouth, RI 02871

3 beds
2 baths
1,442 sqft
4,792 sqft lot
$416 per sqft
1988 build

More homes

Nestled in the quaint community of Common Fence Point, this house is located directly across from a gorgeous golf course and just a 5 minute walk to the beach and offers a blend of modern updates and classic charm. Inside features include three spacious bedrooms (one on the first floor), two beautifully updated bathrooms with walk in showers, an updated kitchen, hardwood floors, laundry on the first floor, central vac, an adorable bump out for reading or crafting, a propane gas heater in the living room, AC/heat splitter on the first floor, a new electric panel and a new furnace. Step outside to discover two separate patios under charming pergolas, ideal for summer barbecues or entertaining. The meticulously landscaped yard, new front stairs and walkway enhance the outdoor experience. The paved driveway has enough space for six cars. Roof, windows and shingles were all done within the last 8 years. Energy efficiency is maximized with paid-off solar panels. Common Fence Point has a beach for swimming or kayaking, a community center where they have exercise classes, art shows, concerts and all kinds of other entertainment, a VFW hall, a small convenience store, and a marina with a pool. This home is a true gem, combining luxury, convenience, and location into one perfect package.

Listing courtesy of RIMLS / Keller Williams Coastal

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 17, 2025 •

MLS# 1362117 —

The Building

Year Built:

1988
New Construction:

false
Building Area Total:

1442.0
Construction Materials:

Drywall,ShingleSiding
Architectural Style:

CapeCod
Foundation Details:

ConcretePerimeter
Stories:

2
Stories Total:

2
Levels:

Two
Basement:

ExteriorEntry,Full,InteriorEntry,Unfinished
Basement:

true
Door Features:

StormDoors
Window Features:

ThermalWindows
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Exterior Features:

Patio,PavedDriveway,TvAntenna

Interior

Interior Features:

Attic,StallShower,CentralVacuum,CableTv
Flooring:

CeramicTile,Hardwood,Vinyl
Fireplace:

false
Fireplace Features:

None

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1442.0
Living Area Source:

PublicRecords

Location

Latitude:

41.640442
Longitude:

-71.229241

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Features:

CornerLot
Lot Size Acres:

0.11
Lot Size Area:

4792.0
Lot Size Square Feet:

4792.0
Lot Size Units:

SquareFeet
Parcel Number:

161MASSACHUSETTSBLVDPORT
Zoning:

R10
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

4878.0
Tax Assessed Value:

381700
Tax Lot:

53A

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Bathrooms Total:

2
Bathrooms Full:

2

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Baseboard,Electric,HeatPump,HotWater,Oil,Zoned
Heating:

true
Cooling:

HeatPump,WindowUnits
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Electric:

Amps200OrMore,CircuitBreakers
Sewer:

SepticTank
Water Source:

Connected,Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,TanklessWaterHeater,Washer

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Common Fence Point
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Golf,HighwayAccess,Marina,NearSchools,PublicTransportation,RecreationArea,Restaurant,Shopping
Waterfront Features:

BeachAccess,WaterAccess,WalkToWater

Parking

Parking Total:

6.0
Parking Features:

NoGarage
Garage:

false

Explore the Area

My Commute

From

Soundscore™

Provided by HowLoud

Air Pollution Index

Provided by ClearlyEnergy

Utility Costs

$343/mo.

Estimate provided by ClearlyEnergy

View a full report

Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/31/24 Jul 31, 2024	Sold	RIMLS	$600,000	96.7% (13.1% / YR)
3/15/17 Mar 15, 2017		RIMLS	$305,000

House Sold on 7/31/2024

$600,000

Listing provided by broker:

Joy Gilkeson

Keller Williams Coastal

Newest listings in Portsmouth, RI

Similar sold homes

Listing Courtesy of: RIMLS and Keller Williams Coastal.

IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. © 2025 State-Wide Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved.

161 Massachusetts Boulevard

Portsmouth, RI 02871