78 Cornelius Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871 - Photo 1

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$1,000,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,654 Sq. Ft.
0.53 Acres
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Available for the first time since it was built in 1986, 78 Cornelius Drive is a well-cared-for 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Colonial set on a generous corner lot in one of Portsmouth's most desirable neighborhoods. Ideally situated just off Indian Avenue and within walking distance to Pebble Beach and the waterfront, this original-owner home offers over half an acre of land in a prime coastal location. The first floor features a thoughtful layout, including a living room with access to an expansive south-facing deck, an eat-in kitchen with center island, a cozy family room with fireplace and garage access, a formal dining room, laundry area, and a half bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a sun-filled primary suite with southeastern exposure. A bonus storage room or walk-in-closet above the garage adds functionality. Rarely does an opportunity come up to purchase in this coveted coastal enclave offering excellent long-term value and potential for future updates.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 78 Cornelius Dr

General

Sold For: $1,000,000
Taxes: $8,281 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: STWMLS
MLS ID: 1396265
Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Tub Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Masonry
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Tennis: Yes

Exterior

Exterior Features: Paved Driveway

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Location

County: Newport

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Connected, Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Detached/Attached: Detached
Construction: Drywall, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Stories/Levels: 2
Building Size: 2654
Square Feet: 2,654
Living Area: 2,654 Sq. Ft.
Finished Total: 2,654 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,654 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1986

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.53
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 23,087
Lot Size: 23087
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Water Features

Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $8,281
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 78CORNELIUSDRPORT
Lot Number: 105

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Schools

Schools serving 78 Cornelius Dr

School District:Portsmouth School District, Portsmouth, RI

Name	Grades	Distance
Portsmouth High School, Portsmouth, RI 120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871	9-12	6.5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 78 Cornelius Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/16/2025

Sold

$1,000,000

-4.76%

MLS

9/26/2025

Listed

$1,050,000

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MLS

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78 Cornelius Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871 (MLS# 1396265) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,000,000 on December 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 78 Cornelius Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portsmouth? You can browse all Portsmouth real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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