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WATER-VIEW Mid-Century Modern on Poppasquash Point. Set on nearly four acres in Bristol's coveted Poppasquash Point, this exceptional water-view mid-century modern residence offers a rare combination of architectural distinction, privacy, and resort-style living. Encompassing more than 7,000 square feet across two thoughtfully designed levels, the home features five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and two powder rooms. The expansive first-floor primary suite is a private retreat, complete with its own patio, and charming library with a fireplace and wet bar. Generous living and entertaining spaces are complemented by four fireplaces throughout the residence, lending warmth and character to its striking modern design. Outdoors, sweeping grounds surround a heated saltwater gunite pool and cabana equipped with a dedicated kitchen and bathroom an ideal setting for relaxed summer days and effortless entertaining. With captivating water views, exceptional scale, and a sought-after location on one of Bristol's most desirable points, this remarkable property offers a singular coastal lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
3.93 acresLot Size
$447Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Alexandra Thursby• Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Listed by Cheryl Andreozzi• Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Poppasquash, located between Bristol Harbor and Mount Hope Bay, is a coastal and residential Bristol neighborhood with rocky shorelines and wooded lanes. Its character concentrates at the Colt State Park entrance on Asylum Road, where cyclists, dog-walkers, and picnic traffic stream past stone walls and salt-air views. Architecture leans toward shingled cottages, classic Colonials, and tucked-away waterfront homes set back from narrow roads. Colt State Park’s bike paths and open lawns shape daily rhythms along the peninsula. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum adds a cultivated, historic counterpoint to the shoreline landscape. The feel is quiet, outdoors-forward, and defined by water on both sides.
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Market insights
165 Poppasquash Rd · $3,195,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.0%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$3,195,000
Median sale price in this area is $807,351. (75% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
13% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic with permanent attic stairs
Wet bar
Bathtub
Cedar closet(s)
Cathedral and vaulted ceilings
High ceilings
Interior steps
Storage
Stall shower
Tub/shower
Bathrooms
6 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Laundry & utility
Gas water heater
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Electric heating
Hydro air
Propane heating
Radiant heating
Exterior features
Patio
Porch (screened)
Outbuilding
Fenced yard
In-ground salt water pool
Water access and within walking distance to the water
Cul-de-sac lot
Home design
Two-story home
Brick and drywall exterior
Concrete perimeter foundation
Has a view
Parking
Attached garage (3 spaces)
Total parking for 9 vehicles
3 covered parking spaces
Construction
Built with brick and drywall
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
200+ amp electrical service with circuit breakers and a generator
Septic tank
Private well water
HOA & community
Community amenities include a marina, pool, and recreation area
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Clean lines and bright modern spaces characterize this mid-century stunner on beautiful Poppasquash Point. Live luxuriously on one level or two, with a master suite on each floor and 3 additional ensuite bedrooms upstairs. Completely renovated in 2016, this home is virtually brand new with custom windows, new walls, roofs, lighting, heating, septic system, appliances, fixtures and more. The generous living areas include a large, open kitchen with marble center island, double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator and a casual dining area with views of the harbor. Back-to-back great rooms with double fireplace offer lots of space for lingering indoors or stepping outside to patios and lawn. A large formal living room and formal dining room flank the dramatic entry foyer. The grounds span nearly 4 acres and include a long elegant driveway, vintage stone wall and majestic specimen trees. The harbor is just a block away with access to the water right across the street. Bristol Yacht Club, Bristol Marina, Bristol Bike Path and the 464-acre Colt State Park are just down the road offering endless recreational opportunities on land or sea.
RIS #1193615
Feb 19, 2020
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2019
Price Changed
$1,950,000
$273/sq ft
Jan 16, 2019
Price Changed
$2,300,000
$322/sq ft
Jun 1, 2018
Listed
$2,500,000
$350/sq ft
RIS #1166040
Apr 18, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 30, 2017
Listed
$3,950,000
$553/sq ft
RIS #1157652
Apr 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2017
Listed
$2,950,000
$413/sq ft
RIS #1105569
Feb 17, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 19, 2015
Listed
$3,500,000
$490/sq ft
RIS #1089755
Aug 19, 2015
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2015
Listed
$5,200,000
$728/sq ft
RIS #1045047
Nov 18, 2013
Sold
$900,000
$126/sq ft
Oct 24, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jun 30, 2013
Listed
$995,000
$139/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$25,942 (+3.4%)
$590,200 + $1,286,900
$1,877,100
2023
$25,078 (+2.8%)
$590,200 + $1,286,900
$1,877,100
2022
$24,402 (−22.1%)
$590,200 + $1,286,900
$1,877,100
2021
$31,324 (+2.5%)
$912,400 + $1,265,900
$2,178,300
2020
$30,561 (+2.6%)
$912,400 + $1,259,700
$2,172,100
2019
$29,801 (−7.3%)
$912,400 + $1,259,700
$2,172,100
2018
$32,152 (+3.8%)
$962,000 + $1,128,500
$2,090,500
2017
$30,984 (+1.0%)
$919,500 + $1,157,200
$2,076,700
2016
$30,673 (+5.3%)
$919,500 + $1,157,200
$2,076,700
2015
$29,136 (+34.5%)
$919,500 + $1,157,200
$2,076,700
2014
$21,659
$903,000 + $755,430
$1,658,430
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
7
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
7,142
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
7,142
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
545355
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Jan 19, 2021 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bristol, RI • 02809
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 165 Poppasquash Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $798,725 and $4,200,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $799K to $4.2M.