5 Howe St, Bristol, RI 02809
OFF MARKET

5 Howe St
Bristol, RI 02809

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,972 sqft

$1,095,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,832/mo*
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$1,095,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,832/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,972 sqft

Local Information

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Description

A rare opportunity to own a piece of Bristol history! This wonderful well constructed home with its end gable roof, prominent front bay window and recessed corner porch was built in 1865 by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company. The home has retained many original details throughout including wide plank wood floors in all the rooms, transoms, lighting fixtures and more. Located on a quiet dead end street a block from Bristol's famed 4th of July Parade route, it features a living room with a spacious window seat with storage underneath, adjoining study with built-ins, a dining room and half bathroom. The open eat in kitchen has an abundance of natural light from a bevelled glass transom above a sliding glass door which leads to a spacious deck with railings overlooking a large fenced in yard with brick walkways, well groomed mature plantings, outdoor shed and side driveway. The second floor features three bedrooms with tall ceilings, and a full bathroom with claw foot tube and a separate walk in shower. The finished basement with walk out access boasts 7ft ceilings, a rarity in a house of its year, and includes a large hobby/tv room, full bathroom, utility room and an additional office room. Hot water tank replaced in 2023. This treasured property awaits a new steward to usher it into its next chapter of Bristol history.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 19, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5 Howe St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Family Room,Storage Space,UtilityNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bathroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1972 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Baseboard,Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: FencedOther Structures: OutbuildingFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: No Garage
Frontage
Waterfront: Walk to Salt Water
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1272 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 700 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1886
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HistoricArchitecture: Historic
Building
Construction Materials: Plaster, ClapboardNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $649,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bristol

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1272 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, TennisNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Conventional/Market Value

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1378348Attic: Attic StorageAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1272

Additional Information

Near Public TransportCommuter BusGolfHighway AccessMarinaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolRecreational FacilitiesRestaurantsSchoolsNear ShoppingNear SwimmingTennis
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Nina Murphy, (401) 636-1517
Harborside Realty
Bought with: Newport Living Group, (401) 338-3771, Lila Delman Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI, MLS#1378348

Price History for 5 Howe St

DatePriceEventSource
03/18/2025$751,000Sold
StateWide MLS RI #1378348
03/04/2025$649,000PendingStateWide MLS RI #1378348
02/27/2025$649,000Listed For SaleStateWide MLS RI #1378348
10/03/1997$216,000Sold
N/A
03/12/1991$125,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Bristol

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,140
Assessment$444,300
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,004/mo
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Comparable Sales for 5 Howe St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12 Howe St, Bristol, RI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/17/25
3
1.5
2,390
50 Charles St, Bristol, RI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$700,000
12/11/25
4
1.5
1,749
48 Garfield Ave, Bristol, RI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$671,250
07/31/25
3
2
1,210
19 Collins St, Bristol, RI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$650,000
07/31/25
4
1.5
972
82 Charles St, Bristol, RI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$605,000
12/18/25
2
2
1,889
21 Foxhill Ave, Bristol, RI
0.37
Single-Family Home
$749,900
07/18/25
3
3
2,024
9 Howe St, Bristol, RI
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,485,000
02/25/26
2
3
2,680
30 First School St, Bristol, RI
0.47
Single-Family Home
$720,000
06/13/25
3
3.5
1,786
7 Antony Ave, Bristol, RI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$660,000
08/28/25
3
2
1,763
113 Constitution St, Bristol, RI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$605,000
10/29/25
4
2
1,511

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What Locals Say about Bristol

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  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "This is a great neighborhood and community. Lots of resources and helpful people. The sidewalks are good for walkers."
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    "It’s so close to Narragansett Bay and within walking distance to beautiful downtown Bristol’s parks and restaurants. "
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  • Tgannon1010
    "Good neighborhoods and many families with children of all ages. Lots to do in area with children and families"
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  • Kristen Bartlett
    "I moved here for law school and fell in love! It’s a beautiful, classic New England town with a tight-knit community and a wonderful place to live."
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  • Melissa A.
    "Bristol is VERY dog friendly town. Many stores and restaurants downtown allow dogs. It is a safe area for the entire family. "
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  • Melissa A.
    "Bristol has an amazing downtown. Regardless of where you live you are close to the water and everyone is friendly. "
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  • Mark S.
    "Nice and very safe place. Vibrant marine life throughout the season. Very close to Boston, but feels like a resort town."
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  • JD
    "Bristol Independence Day celebrations (i.e. oldest parade in the country, live concerts, Carnival) maritime community "
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  • JD
    "Longest walk to public transit (RIPTA) is about 1 mile from uptown neighborhoods and it’s very accessible from downtown From Bristol, It’s a 30 minute drive to get pretty much anything you need. "
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  • Mark M.
    "Drive. There is only one bus and it goes through downtown. If you do not live on the route, you’re gonna hike. "
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  • Emily G.
    "Easy access to major highways, traffic usually only arises from morning school traffic and congestion on the bridge "
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  • Stephen J.
    "I live close to where I work. When there is traffic build up I can take sides roads the entire way. "
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  • Brianna P.
    "It takes me 10 minutes to get to work. Have to go over Mount Hope Bridge to get to Aquidneck Island but never a big problem with traffic."
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  • Tiffany R. .
    "Parks and schools as well as bike path only minutes away and local shops to walk to. Nice quiet neighborhoods as well"
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    "There isn’t anything I can think of. Maybe a dog park? That would be nice. It’s a very dog friendly town with lots of places to walk your dog. "
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  • Maria S.
    "Bristol is a very quaint and warm New England small town. They host the oldest Fourth of July parade in the country. The history is abundant and the people are sweet. There is a college so the winter is busy with them while the summer gets busy with tourists. A perfect spot to live at one point in your life."
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    "A Dog Park for their dogs to play and socialize with other pets. It would be a great please to network and meet other dog owners for sound pet care advice."
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  • Kaylin
    "My neighborhood requires a vehicle. we are only about 20 minutes from all major stores and cities! Also close to highways as well. "
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  • Katherine G.
    "july 4th and summer festivals, state parks, bike path, seaside views, excellent reataurants, walkable downtown."
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  • Ferreirajrd
    "I have lived in Bristol half my life. it's a great town the place to be on the 4th of July. a very friendly place"
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    " Oldest continuously celebrated Fourth of July Celebration in the Country. Great community to live and be in"
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  • Maggie C.
    "I absolutely love living here. It’s walkable, adorable, and friendly. The town itself is beautiful and welcoming. "
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  • Abby B.
    "I live on a very busy main street and with a lot of college kids so it can get loud also in the summer there are a lot of fireworks."
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  • Sandra R.
    "it's not very unique anymore. this town is over run with college kids. they're driving families out. it was great living here but now finding adequate housing is almost impossible. "
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  • Shelly D.
    "Quiet small town. Small and quiant people friendly. Lots of community events. 4th of July Parade. Lived here my whole life. Great Atmosphere and restaurants. "
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    "I’ve lived here most of my life. Bristol is warm and friendly. I was raise here and I am so happy to be able to raise my son here"
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IDX information is provided exclusively for 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 not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 State-Wide MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.
5 Howe St, Bristol, RI 02809 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,972 sqft single-family home built in 1886. This property is not currently available for sale. 5 Howe St was last sold on Mar 18, 2025 for $751,000 (16% higher than the asking price of $649,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 5 Howe St is $1,095,500.