$3,250,000
( $677.08Per Sq Foot )
 $17,447 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

491 493 Thames Street,Newport, RI 02840

Newport, RI 02840

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Description

This high visibility, fully renovated 1840 mixed-use building delivers exceptional income from three luxury short-term rental suites and two ground-floor retail spaces. It is located in the Waterfront Business Zone, a high traffic area on Lower Thames Street. All suites are recently renovated with high-end finishes, private decks, and harbor views. The retail units have been renovated with stamped ceilings, ceramic tile flooring and updated baths. Each 800 sq. ft. unit provides additional income with proven long-term tenants with annual renewals. The property also includes an on-site garage and 2 additional parking spaces. Current operations have maintained 3 registered, legal suites in Airbnb Superhost status for over three years, with a 4.9-star average, 92% 5-star reviews and over 500 reviews in the past 12 months. Offered at $3,250,000 USD, this property combines historic charm, operational stability and exceptional income - a rare opportunity in Newport’s thriving waterfront market.

Details

MLS #1395659
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleApartment,free-standing
Building NameThames Street Hospitality
Sub-TypeResale
StatusPending
Year1850
Days On Site358
Listing Provided ByHogan Associates Christie's | James Manson

Features

SQ Feet4,800
BasementY
Story(s)3
Units3
Building(s)1
ZoningWB
Acreage0.06
Golf CourseYes
Water FrontYes
Property ViewWater

Interior

HeatingForced Water
Heating Yes / NoYes
CoolingIndividual Unit
Cooling Yes / NoYes
Interior FeaturesCeiling Height (7 to 9 Ft), Ceiling Height (9 to 12 Ft)
Laundry FeaturesIn Building

Exterior

Foundation DetailsBlock, Concrete Perimeter
Lot FeaturesCorner, Sidewalks, Downtown, Free Standing
Community FeaturesBus, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Construction MaterialsFrame
Security FeaturesCarbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Secured Garage/Parking, Smoke Detector(s)

Utilities

UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected, Gas, Municipal Water, Street Lights
SewerConnected
Electric100 Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, Individual Meter
GasConnected

Location

Community FeaturesBus, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount13451
Tax Assessed Value1249400
Tax Lot159
Tax Year2025

Area Information

StateRI
CountyNewport
CityNewport
Zip Code02840
AreaNewport
Community NameThames Street Harbour
Sourced by Back At You

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StateRI
CountyNewport
CityNewport
Zip Code02840
AreaNewport
Community NameThames Street Harbour
Sourced by Back At You
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Listing Updated: July 24, 2026 at 8:15:47 PM PDT