Delightful New England Classic! Enjoy waterviews and splendid sunsets, overlooking golf course to Narragansett Bay. 2 bedroom home with an additional separate room for office/guest room/nursery. Very peaceful setting, perfect for summer gatherings, walks and snug winters by the fireplace. Only 4.4 miles to Newport! House perched behind field stone wall with cobblestone lined driveway leading to a detached garage, creating a truly picturesque environment. Numerous improvements within recent years. Tenant's in place until August 31, 2021. Seller's are amenable to continue property management upon sale and up until lease termination date.
- RI
- Middletown
- 02842
- 259 Browns Lane
- MLS# 1278480
- Date Listed03/29/2021
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.17 acres (7,405 sq. ft)
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Subdivision Wanumetonomy
- Property Type Single Family
- County Newport
- Year Built 1928
- Water Well
- Square Feet 1,392 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $377.16
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Flooring Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Cooling None
- Heating Baseboard, Oil, Zoned
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.17
- Lot Size SQFT 7,405.00
- Lot Features -
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
1.85 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.34 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
1.85 mi
Distance
Claiborne Pell Elementary School
Public • PK - 4
2.85 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 3
4.11 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
4.71 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
7.18 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.34 mi
Distance
Public • 4 - 5
2.34 mi
Distance
Public • 5 - 8
2.6 mi
Distance
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public • 5 - 8
4.92 mi
Distance
Public • 5 - 8
7.18 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.97 mi
Distance
Newport Area Career And Technical Center
Public • 9 - 12
7.03 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
7.03 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
8.06 mi
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Private • 09 - 12
5.32 mi
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Private • 09 - 12
6.55 mi
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1581 West Main Road | Listing | 5 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $379,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $494,496 |
| 259 Browns Lane | Listing | 2 | 2 | Dec 17, 2025 | $525,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $619,508 |
| 8 Algonquin Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 17, 2025 | $509,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $691,276 |
| 14 Pocahontas Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Dec 17, 2025 | $549,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $616,336 |
| 1 Weetamoe Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 17, 2025 | $399,999 | Mar 21, 2024 | $554,174 |
| 34 Squantum Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 17, 2025 | $440,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $524,753 |
| 317 Browns Lane | Listing | 5 | 3 | Dec 17, 2025 | $925,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $695,750 |
| 3 Namquid Drive | Listing | 3 | 1 | Dec 17, 2025 | $425,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $552,566 |
| 1652 West Main Road | Listing | 4 | 2 | Dec 17, 2025 | $449,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $524,109 |
| 29 J H Dwyer Drive | Listing | 4 | 4 | Dec 17, 2025 | $880,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $806,038 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,315 | 16,326 | 85,887 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 1,298 | 1,284 | 839 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 45.1 | 45.1 | 45.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $77,223 | $77,253 | $84,536 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $42,117 | $42,094 | $49,569 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 22.6°F | 22.6°F | 22.6°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 77.6°F | 77.6°F | 77.6°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 46" | 46" | 46" | 38" |
28/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
33/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 4/100, Bike Score: 33/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 259 Browns Lane
Source: Realty.com
259 Browns Lane, Middletown, RI 02842 is a Single Family 1,392 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 23 photos available of this 2 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $525,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 23 photos of 259 Browns Lane.
Our records indicate that 259 Browns Lane was built in 1928.
The full address for this home is 259 Browns Lane, Middletown, RI 02842.
259 Browns Lane has been listed on Realty.com since Mon March 29, 2021
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 4/100, Bike Score: 33/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 259 Browns Lane. The Pell @ Rogers High School (Grades: PK - PK), Joseph H. Gaudet School (Grades: 6 - 8), Middletown High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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