"HARBOR WATCH" presents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique compound situated on 2.7 acres overlooking Newport Harbor, Fort Adams State Park and the Newport Bridge. This quintessential Nantucket shingle style home has 5000 sq ft of living area with 5 bedrooms (including first floor bedroom), 5 baths & 2 half baths plus a 3 car garage in the main house, as well as 2,200 sq ft of finished space on the lower level with a walk out basement and harbor views. The 2000 sq ft private 3 bedroom guest cottage has direct harbor views, a garage and its own gated driveway entrance. Recent improvements include a new 5/8” cedar roof, new copper gutters, new fencing, new driveway, remodeled bathrooms, new appliances, new boiler and a pickle ball court. The sophisticated interior decor is wonderfully comfortable and casual. The property, which is located between the New York Yacht Club and Ida Lewis YC has 180 degree unobstructed harbor views and is a short walk to downtown Newport's restaurants, shops, etc. Absolutely turn key!
Sold for $14,480,476
$14,480,476
169 Wellington Ave, Newport, RI 02840
5beds
7,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
2.74 Acres Lot
$14,710,900 Zestimate®
$2,011/sqft
$7,447 Estimated rent
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$14,710,900
$12.06M - $17.95M
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Newport bridgePickle ball courtHarbor viewsDirect harbor viewsNew boilerNew appliancesOverlooking newport harbor
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Listed by:
Michelle Kirby 401-849-3000,
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Bought with:
Kate Greenman, RES.0014874
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Michelle Kirby, RES.0019942
Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1386464
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central Air, Central, Forced Air, Gas Connected, Hot Air, Individual Control, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Stairs, Plumbing (Copper), Plumbing (Mixed), Plumbing (PVC), Insulation (Unknown), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Playroom,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,000
- Finished area below ground: 2,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Integral, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Barbecue
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Access, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 2.74 Acres
- Features: Local Historic District, Sprinklers
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: NEWPM042B0002
- Zoning: R120
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Cable TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Contemporary,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Masonry, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 400 Amps, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal, Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Subdivision: Newport Harbor Front/Nyyc
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,011/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,975,500
- Annual tax amount: $65,558
- Date on market: 6/5/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2025 | Sold | $14,480,476+11.4%$2,011/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1386464 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2025 | Pending sale | $12,995,000$1,805/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1386464 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $12,995,000+116.6%$1,805/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1386464 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2018 | Sold | $6,000,000-13.7%$833/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1165583 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2018 | Pending sale | $6,950,000$965/sqft |
Source: Gustave White Sotheby's International Realty #1165583 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $6,950,000+75443.5%$965/sqft |
Source: Gustave White Sotheby's Realty #1165583 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2005 | Sold | $9,200$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,299 +5.7% | $7,975,500 |
| 2024 | $65,559 -5.9% | $7,975,500 +10% |
| 2023 | $69,695 | $7,252,300 |
| 2022 | $69,695 +3% | $7,252,300 |
| 2021 | $67,664 +5.7% | $7,252,300 +16.5% |
| 2020 | $64,022 | $6,227,800 |
| 2019 | $64,022 +2.9% | $6,227,800 |
| 2018 | $62,216 -4% | $6,227,800 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $64,803 +2.6% | $5,780,800 |
| 2016 | $63,184 +2.4% | $5,780,800 |
| 2015 | $61,681 +23.3% | $5,780,800 +39.4% |
| 2014 | $50,021 +6.2% | $4,147,700 |
| 2012 | $47,118 +9.1% | $4,147,700 -4.6% |
| 2011 | $43,181 +3.9% | $4,348,500 |
| 2010 | $41,572 +0.4% | $4,348,500 |
| 2009 | $41,398 +3.3% | $4,348,500 -6% |
| 2008 | $40,094 +51.3% | $4,624,400 +45.6% |
| 2007 | $26,494 +33.1% | $3,176,700 +28% |
| 2006 | $19,903 -12.8% | $2,481,700 +55.3% |
| 2005 | $22,833 +11.2% | $1,597,800 |
| 2002 | $20,532 | $1,597,800 |
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Neighborhood: Fifth Ward
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- 3/10Frank E. Thompson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
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- 4/10Pell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.5 mi
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