Sale of Historic Bristol Estate

BRISTOL, RI  (September 12, 2023) – Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the sale of 70 Griswold Avenue in Bristol, Rhode Island. Offered for the first time in 50 years, “The Farm” sold for $1,050,000. The sellers were represented by Dina Karousos and Nicole Lucenti, with Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty. The buyers were represented by Jennifer Cosgrove of Greenwich Bay Brokers.

Built in 1798 for “Farmer John” DeWolf, the property has had only three owners in its 225-year history, and has been handed down through the family to the children of the famed ship and yacht designer, Nathanael Greene Herreshoff. With four bedrooms and over 3,000 sq. ft. on 2.84 acres, the handsome property has been lovingly cared for and includes many original details.

This sale represents one of three sold for over $1,000,000 in the Bristol Neck neighborhood so far this year. Paul Leys, broker and co-owner of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty stated, “We are honored to have represented the owners of this historic residence and to have facilitated the passage of this beautiful estate into the next phase of its history.”

About Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty is a full-service agency specializing in waterfront and luxury real estate and serving all of Rhode Island, including Block
Island, as well as southeast Connecticut and coastal Massachusetts. Gustave White has been in business for over 80 years as a leader in the luxury market and became Sotheby’s first affiliate in 1976. Gustave White is also the Rhode Island Regent member of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. Paul A. Leys, Co-owner of Gustave White Sotheby’s Int’l Realty, may be reached at 401-848-6706 or at [email protected] or visit https://www.sothebysrealty.com/gustavewhitesir/eng/ for more information

About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC
Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator  of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system by Realogy’s subsidiary, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational, and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744.