Description
The Captain Daniel Fones House, Wickford Rhode Island. For 252 years this proud structure has graced the northerly side of Main Street on the east end, about a block and a half from the harbor. Built in 1770 by Daniel Fones, at the time it was thought to be the largest home on Main and may have served as a tavern, hotel and or public meeting space. (Information courtesy G. Timothy Cranston local historian) At some point in history this home became a multi-unit dwelling. Currently it offers 4 apartments. Living in the heart of historic Wickford offers many pleasant opportunities such as strolling among a collection of beautiful and meticulously maintained historic homes, a front row seat to the nationally acclaimed Wickford Art Festival, a variety of fun local parades and more. It is an easy walk to retail shops, and many and varied restaurants. You can either have an owner-occupied dwelling or investment income. Diligent owner maintenance has provided newer: roof (2018) septic (2012) electrical (maintenance), and heating updates, hot water tank (2021). Tenants in place refer to showing instructions.
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5BEDS
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0.23ACRES
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4BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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5,132SQFT
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$134$/SQFT
School Ratings & Info
Description
The Captain Daniel Fones House, Wickford Rhode Island. For 252 years this proud structure has graced the northerly side of Main Street on the east end, about a block and a half from the harbor. Built in 1770 by Daniel Fones, at the time it was thought to be the largest home on Main and may have served as a tavern, hotel and or public meeting space. (Information courtesy G. Timothy Cranston local historian) At some point in history this home became a multi-unit dwelling. Currently it offers 4 apartments. Living in the heart of historic Wickford offers many pleasant opportunities such as strolling among a collection of beautiful and meticulously maintained historic homes, a front row seat to the nationally acclaimed Wickford Art Festival, a variety of fun local parades and more. It is an easy walk to retail shops, and many and varied restaurants. You can either have an owner-occupied dwelling or investment income. Diligent owner maintenance has provided newer: roof (2018) septic (2012) electrical (maintenance), and heating updates, hot water tank (2021). Tenants in place refer to showing instructions.
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