For sale

$719,000

1 Russell Ave, Newport, RI 02840

3beds

1,182sqft

$4,685/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

3,484 Square Feet Lot

$684,500 Zestimate^®

$608/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Cute backyardCozy front porchReplacement windowsEat-in kitchenDining roomBrand-new roof

Welcome to this adorable Newport cottage, brimming with character and charm! This inviting 3-bedroom home features a comfortable living room, dining room, and eat-in kitchen, along with replacement windows and a brand-new roof. Outside, enjoy a cozy front porch, cute backyard, and the convenience of off-street parking with a one-car garage. The large unfinished basement offers excellent storage potential and room for future possibilities. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Newport and close to the Naval Station, this home offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy all that Newport has to offer. Some updates are needed, but with its charming character, desirable location, and solid features, this cottage is well worth a look!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bathroom

Features: Bath w Tub & Shower

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Refrigerator

Features

Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
Flooring: Laminate, Other, Vinyl, Carpet
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Storage Space,Utility
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,182
Total interior livable area: 1,182 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,182
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Driveway
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Lot

Size: 3,484 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: NEWPM007B0068

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Dry Wall, Plaster, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Stone

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Municipal
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Highway Access
Subdivision: North End/Malbone

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newport

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $608/sqft
Tax assessed value: $599,400
Annual tax amount: $4,304
Date on market: 10/8/2026

Estimated market value

$684,500

$650,000 - $719,000

$3,457/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$719,000$608/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1425389 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,304 +3%	$599,400
2024	$4,178 +7.4%	$599,400 +48%
2023	$3,891	$404,900
2022	$3,891 +3%	$404,900
2021	$3,778 +12.2%	$404,900 +23.7%
2020	$3,366	$327,400
2019	$3,366 +2.9%	$327,400
2018	$3,271 +12.7%	$327,400 +26.4%
2017	$2,903 +2.5%	$259,000
2016	$2,831 +2.4%	$259,000
2015	$2,764 -6%	$259,000 +6.3%
2014	$2,939 +6.2%	$243,700
2012	$2,768 +4.1%	$243,700 -9%
2011	$2,660 +3.9%	$267,900
2010	$2,561 +0.4%	$267,900
2009	$2,550 +0.9%	$267,900 -8.1%
2008	$2,528 +3.9%	$291,600
2007	$2,432 +4%	$291,600
2006	$2,339 +17.7%	$291,600 +109.6%
2005	$1,988 +11.2%	$139,100
2002	$1,787	$139,100