85 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, RI 02871

Available September 1st, this 1,700 sq ft single-level home is transitioning from a top-rated short-term rental to a year-round, 12-month lease. Located in Island Park, you are just a block and a half from the beach, local clam shacks, the neighborhood playground, and restaurants like Localz, 15 Point Road, Blue Anchor Grille, and Sunset Cove. Hathaway Elementary and Portsmouth High School are right nearby, and downtown Newport is a 20-30 minute drive. The home offers a single-level layout with high ceilings and natural light throughout. It features three bedrooms with large closets, including an oversized primary bedroom with two closets. There are two full baths (one with a tub) and a sun-filled bonus room that works well for a home office, nursery, or extra storage. Recent updates include 2-year-old appliances, a brand-new roof, and a brand-new HVAC system providing central heat and AC. A pellet stove in the main living space provides an additional heating option for the winter months. Off the kitchen and living room, double sliders open to a lush side yard. Another set of sliders opens to a front deck with a gas grill and picnic table. The house includes a separate laundry room with a washer, dryer, and cabinet storage, plus a large shed for bikes and beach gear. Off-street driveway parking accommodates up to 4 vehicles. Lease Details: Rent: $3,800/month Term: 12-month lease starting September 1st (move-in date has slight flexibility) Utilities: Landlord pays municipal trash pickup. Tenant is responsible for electric, propane, internet, and other utilities. House Rules: No indoor smoking. Note: The detached garage is retained by the owners for storage and is not included, but the storage shed is fully available for tenant use. Please send a message to schedule a viewing or ask any questions! Lease starts September 1st, though we can be somewhat flexible on move-in date. Lease will run for 12 months. Owner pays for trash pickup, and tenant is responsible for all other utilities. There is no smoking inside the house. There is off street (driveway) parking for 4 cars.