Live in the heart of Newport’s coveted Kay/Catherine neighborhood, where tree-lined streets and an active coastal lifestyle define everyday living. From your door, walk to Braga Park, the Easton’s Pond Walking Trail, and spend summer days at Easton’s Beach, all just minutes away. This impeccably cared for colonial home offers the space and flow today’s families want, with 4 bedrooms, 5 full baths, finished basement and hardwoods throughout. From the 3rd floor primary suite enjoy water views of the pond and the beach. Sun-filled living spaces flow into a beautifully updated kitchen and expansive great room, ideal for hosting family, friends, and unforgettable gatherings, while multiple levels provide privacy and flexibility for guests, work, or play. Outside, manicured gardens, a private brick patio with custom water features, and an outdoor shower create a true backyard retreat.
Sold for $1,660,000
$1,660,000
198 Gibbs Ave, Newport, RI 02840
4beds
2,648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$1,668,200 Zestimate®
$627/sqft
$5,638 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,668,200
$1.32M - $2.12M
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True backyard retreatFinished basementBeautifully updated kitchenHardwoods throughoutOutdoor showerManicured gardensSun-filled living spaces
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Listed by:
The Willett Team 401-835-8810,
Serhant New England
Bought with:
Caroline Richards, RES.0035858
Serhant New England
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1403710
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,448
- Total interior livable area: 2,648 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,448
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM020B0192
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kay/Catherine
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $627/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,233,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,850
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Sold | $1,660,000+0.6%$627/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1403710 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Pending sale | $1,650,000$623/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1403710 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000-2.7%$623/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1403710 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Listing removed | $1,695,000$640/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390006 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Price change | $1,695,000-5.7%$640/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390006 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,798,000+108.5%$679/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1390006 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2019 | Sold | $862,500-5.2%$326/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1229178 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $910,000+46.8%$344/sqft |
Source: WILLIAM RAVEIS CHAPMAN ENSTONE #1229178 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2012 | Sold | $620,000-1.4%$234/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $629,000+73.5%$238/sqft |
Source: ReMax Professionals of Newport #1012229 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2002 | Sold | $362,500$137/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,717 +24.7% | $1,233,400 |
| 2024 | $8,597 +10.2% | $1,233,400 +51.9% |
| 2023 | $7,802 | $811,900 |
| 2022 | $7,802 +3% | $811,900 |
| 2021 | $7,575 +14.1% | $811,900 +25.7% |
| 2020 | $6,641 | $646,000 |
| 2019 | $6,641 +2.9% | $646,000 |
| 2018 | $6,454 +11.8% | $646,000 +25.4% |
| 2017 | $5,773 +2.6% | $515,000 |
| 2016 | $5,629 +2.4% | $515,000 |
| 2015 | $5,495 +3.3% | $515,000 +16.7% |
| 2014 | $5,321 +6.2% | $441,200 |
| 2012 | $5,012 +0.5% | $441,200 -12.2% |
| 2011 | $4,989 +3.9% | $502,400 |
| 2010 | $4,803 +0.4% | $502,400 |
| 2009 | $4,783 -5.4% | $502,400 -13.8% |
| 2008 | $5,055 +3.9% | $583,100 |
| 2007 | $4,863 +4% | $583,100 |
| 2006 | $4,676 -3.3% | $583,100 +72.4% |
| 2005 | $4,834 +22.3% | $338,300 +9.9% |
| 2002 | $3,954 | $307,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Eustis/Easton's Pond
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