Located in Newport’s high-demand Fifth Ward/Wellington neighborhood, this 1990-built Colonial is a prime investment just blocks from Newport Harbor, King Park, Thames Street, and award-winning restaurants. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, plus a bonus room on the main level currently used as a 4th bedroom or office—boosting rental income and flexibility. It offers off-street parking, a private patio, small fenced yard, and a clean, dry full basement with laundry. Recent updates include a new roof, full interior and exterior paint, refreshed landscaping, and a brand-new water heater. Hardwood floors run throughout, and the kitchen and baths are clean and functional, with room for future updates—reflected in the price. With a strong rental history, this property offers excellent returns and long-term upside in one of Newport’s most walkable and investor-friendly locations. A rare opportunity to own a low-maintenance home with high income potential and unbeatable proximity to Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Gooseberry Beach, and Ocean Drive. Use as a high-performing rental, seasonal getaway, or future dream home—the options are all here.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (6/5)
$865,000
40 Atlantic St, Newport, RI 02840
3beds
1,666sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
2,613.6 Square Feet Lot
$840,200 Zestimate®
$519/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small fenced yardOff-street parkingPrivate patioBlocks from newport harborHardwood floors
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 08, 2025 at 08:30am
Listed by:
Scott Champagne 401-922-7286,
Compass / Lila Delman Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1385548

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Floors), Insulation (Walls)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Laundry,Utility
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,536
- Total interior livable area: 1,666 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,536
- Finished area below ground: 130
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Flood Insurance, Walk to Salt Water
Lot
- Size: 2,613.6 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM040B0114
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Dry Wall, Clapboard, Shingles
- Foundation: Unknown
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Hospital, Marina, Private School, Public School, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Subdivision: 5th Ward/Wellington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $519/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $682,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,617
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Inclusions: Tax & Assessment Info: The property is currently assessed at $682, 900 for the 2024 fiscal year. For primary residents, property taxes are estimated at approximately $4, 766 per year based on the resident mill rate of $6.975 per thousand. For non-residents, taxes are approximately $5, 617 per year based on the non-resident mill rate of $8.224 per thousand. Newport operates on a fiscal year beginning July 1st. Buyers intending to claim this property as their primary residence may also be eligible for the lower resident tax rate and the Newport residential exemption. Buyers are advised to perform their own due diligence with the Newport Tax Assessor’s Office regarding qualification requirements, application timelines, and available reductions. Flood insurance required.
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