283 Spring St
Newport, RI 02840
Harbor/Lower Thames
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,300 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,300 sqft
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- Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description
Originally known as the PETER LEE HOUSE, Circa 1740. Located on the corner of Spring and Brewer Street. AKA The birth place of the Iconic IDA LEWIS Because of her many rescues, Lewis became the best-known lighthouse keeper of her day. This gracious Georgian Colonial is conveniently located in the heart of downtown with plenty of parking space! The property is currently used as 3 family that could be converted back to a single family. Historic features remain including beautiful Dutch door, wide plank floors, 6 fire places. It has updated wiring, a newer gas furnace. Plenty of space remaining for a private back yard patio with an small cabin with a full bath and kitchenette. The house has tremendous potential. The seller is motivated and offers are encouraged. FLOOR PLAN ATTACHED.
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Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 283 Spring St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard, GasHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Family Room, Library, Office |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Other, VinylPatio |
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 7Parking: Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1740Year Updated: 1982 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Colonial |
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Units in Building: 3 |
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Lot Area: 2931 sqft |
Price History for 283 Spring St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/24/2018 | $2,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 09/27/2018 | $2,500 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 07/17/2018 | $685,255 | Sold | StateWide MLS RI #1193633 |
| 06/20/2018 | $695,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 06/01/2018 | $695,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Newport
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$937K
$12.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
$624
$36MoM
Available listings
76
8MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $7,440 |
| Assessment | $856,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 283 Spring St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.10 | Multi-Family Home | $825,700 | 05/14/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,300 | |
0.29 | Multi-Family Home | $855,000 | 09/22/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,600 | |
0.35 | Multi-Family Home | $1,050,000 | 03/17/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,304 | |
0.08 | Multi-Family Home | $1,675,000 | 10/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,862 | |
0.48 | Multi-Family Home | $995,000 | 10/31/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,649 | |
0.22 | Multi-Family Home | $1,342,000 | 04/19/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,824 | |
0.10 | Multi-Family Home | $1,410,000 | 12/30/25 | 6 | 3 | 2,405 | |
0.12 | Multi-Family Home | $1,625,000 | 05/15/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,756 | |
0.35 | Multi-Family Home | $1,000,000 | 10/10/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,002 | |
0.14 | Multi-Family Home | $1,805,000 | 09/30/25 | 5 | 4 | 3,445 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 283 Spring St.
- Frank E. Thompson Middle School
- 5-8
- Public
- 516 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAs a military family moving around every two to three years I didn't let the 4 rating of this school sway my decision to have my daughter attend her 6th grade yr at TMS as I had herd a few positives none the less. I had high hopes for this school, but from the beginning it's been one disappoint after another. Never in all the schools my daughter has attended has she ever come home with more disappointing and discouraging feedback about some of the 6th grade teachers. Stories of teachers being in bad moods, not allowing kids to go to the bathroom, one teacher even giving her opinion about my daughters top, stating in the hall way, "I don't like your shirt." I can't imagine the stress teachers go through, but at TMS they seem to reflect it in the classroom. Hard for kids to have a positive attitude when the teachers don't even have one. We've had to addresses other concerns at this school some of which were handled okay, but for the most part, I would not recommend this school to any new families coming to Newport.Parent Review11y ago - Rogers High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 633 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI have two children in the Newport Public Schools - I could not imagine sending them anywhere else. The diversity among the student body is such an asset. I am so happy that my children are able to attend a school that is a representation of the world. The teachers are fantastic. They really care about the students. The available courses is astounding - from AP Literature, AP math and sciences, multiple AP history courses, dual enrollment course, an amazing array of choices in vocational classes as well- there is really something for all. My children are able to take AP and dual enrollment courses at the same time as taking challenging, hands-on computer and graphics courses. Amazing!!!Parent Review4y ago - Pell Elementary School
- PK-4
- Public
- 716 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageIn January 2021 I yanked my children out of Pell which they despised. I transferred them to another public school system which involves 100 miles of driving per day and $6k/yr/kid. It is well worth the time and money as the kids literally run from the car to be the first in line every morning.why would a parent want to send their child to Pell which has one of the worst ratings in Rhode IslandParent Review3y ago 
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283 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft multi-family built in 1740. 283 Spring St is located in Harbor/Lower Thames, Newport. This property is not currently available for sale. 283 Spring St was last sold on Jul 17, 2018 for $685,255.