Under contract

$685,000

75 Tilden Ave, Newport, RI 02840

3beds

1,349sqft

$4,278/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1870

3,510 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$508/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Off-street parkingFreshly painted interiorRecently refinished hardwood floorsNewer kitchen

This charming c. 1870 three-bedroom, two-bath cottage is part of the beloved Tilden Avenue enclave, ideally situated between Broadway and the Point. Just a half mile from the water and 0.3mi to multiple coffee shops and bookstores. The freshly painted interior feels bright and welcoming with beautiful southern exposure, a newer kitchen, and recently refinished hardwood floors. Outside, a sweet backyard offers space for relaxing, gardening, and entertaining. There is off-street parking and basement storage. Just a short distance to Broadway’s popular restaurants, downtown shops, the waterfront, and everything Newport has to offer, this inviting cottage combines historic character, everyday comfort, and an exceptionally convenient location. HIGHEST AND BEST DUE TUESDAY AUGUST 25 AT 5PM.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bathroom

Level: First

Bathroom

Level: Second

Heating

Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Water

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator

Features

Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
Flooring: Hardwood, Other
Windows: Skylight(s)
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Storage Space,Utility
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,349
Total interior livable area: 1,349 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,349
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: No Garage, Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water

Lot

Size: 3,510 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: NEWPM018B0037
Zoning: R10

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Shingles, Wood
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1870

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

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: Broadway/Point

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newport

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $508/sqft
Tax assessed value: $648,400
Annual tax amount: $6,156
Date on market: 8/20/2026
Inclusions: Taxes are at the non resident tax rate of $9.494 per $1, 000, resident rate would be $7.177 per $1, 000 ($4, 654.00).

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/26/2026	Contingent	$685,000$508/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1420977 Report a problem
8/20/2026	Listed for sale	$685,000+14.2%$508/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1420977 Report a problem
8/24/2022	Sold	$600,000-14.3%$445/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/21/2022	Listed for sale	$700,000$519/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,634 +5.7%	$648,400
2024	$5,330 +31.4%	$648,400 +53.6%
2023	$4,055	$422,000
2022	$4,055 +3%	$422,000
2021	$3,937 +27.2%	$422,000 +40.1%
2020	$3,096	$301,200
2019	$3,096 +2.9%	$301,200
2018	$3,009 -16.9%	$301,200 -6.8%
2017	$3,623 +5%	$323,200 +2.3%
2016	$3,452 +2.4%	$315,800
2015	$3,370 +1%	$315,800 +14.1%
2014	$3,337 +6.2%	$276,700
2012	$3,143 +3.8%	$276,700 -9.2%
2011	$3,028 +3.9%	$304,900
2010	$2,915 +0.4%	$304,900
2009	$2,903 -4.9%	$304,900 -13.4%
2008	$3,053 +3.9%	$352,100
2007	$2,937 +4%	$352,100
2006	$2,824 +30.4%	$352,100 +132.3%
2005	$2,166 +11.2%	$151,600
2002	$1,948	$151,600