491 Thames Street Newport, RI $ 3,250,000
491 Thames Street
$ 3,250,000
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491 Thames Street

Newport, RI, 02840
$ 3,250,000
Bedrooms-- Baths-- Sq 4,800
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Property for Rent in Newport, RI

for $3,250,000. This 4,800 square foot property was built in 1850.

This high visibility, fully renovated 1840 mixed-use building delivers exceptional income from three luxury short-term rental suites and two ground-floor retail spaces. It is located in the Waterfront Business Zone, a high traffic area on Lower Thames Street. All suites are recently renovated with high-end finishes, private decks, and harbor views. The retail units have been renovated with stamped ceilings, ceramic tile flooring and updated baths. Each 800 sq. ft. unit provides additional income with proven long-term tenants with annual renewals. The property also includes an on-site garage and 2 additional parking spaces. Current operations have maintained 3 registered, legal suites in Airbnb Superhost status for over three years, with a 4.9-star average, 92% 5-star reviews and over 500 reviews in the past 12 months. Offered at $3,250,000 USD, this property combines historic charm, operational stability and exceptional income - a rare opportunity in Newport's thriving waterfront market.

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Price

$ 3,250,000

Taxes

$ 13,451

Style

Year Built

1850

Town/City

Newport

County/Region

Newport

MLS | Web ID

1395659

Features
General
Sewer Connected
Heating Ductless Hot Water
Cooling Ductless 1 Unit
Utilities Cable Available Electricity Available Natural Gas Available Natural Gas Connected Municipal Utilities Water Connected Sewer Connected
Possession Negotiable
Zoning WB
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) Fire Alarm Secured Garage/Parking Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Frame
Year Built 1850
Electric 100 Amp Service Circuit Breakers Separate Meters 220 Volts
Tenant Pays Electricity Heat
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Stories Count 3
Levels Three Or More
Property Subtype Commercial
Tax Year 2025
Business Type Real Estate Retail
Community Features Golf Highway Access Marina Near Hospital Near Schools Public Transportation Recreation Area Restaurant Shopping Sidewalks Tennis Court(s) Waterfront Street Lights
Business Name Thames Street Hospitality
County Newport
Insurance Expense 14200
New Construction false
Property Type Commercial Sale
Subdivision Name Thames Street Harbour
Possible Use Investment Multi-Family Mixed Use Office Residential
Garage Y/N true
Status Active
City Newport
Number Of Units Total 3
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 2614
Number of Units Leased 5
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 13451
Electric Expense 1200
Fuel Expense 3000
Trash Expense 0
Water Sewer Expense 1210
Lease Renewal Y/N false
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Structure Type Apartment
Lease Type Gross
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Tenant
Tax Assessed Value 1249400
Tax Lot 159
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Interior
Basement Full
Total Stories 3
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Laundry Features Common Area Laundry Room
Total Baths 0
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Exterior
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source Connected Public
Total Parking 6
Lot Size Area 2614
Foundation Details Block Concrete Perimeter
Number of Buildings 1
Building Area Total 4800
Road Frontage Type City Street
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* Excluded Features
List By
Hogan Associates Christie's

Broker

ebaysan@aol.com

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Nearby
0 Elementary School
0 Middle School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
10/18/2025$3,250,000 Listed Price

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491 Thames Street, Newport, RI, 02840 is a Property for Rent at $3,250,000 with 4,800 sqft. 491 Thames Street was built in 1850. The property's zip code is 02840 which is in Newport, RI