Discover "Reliance," a captivating waterfront Harbor House cottage on Goat Island, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Newport Harbor. Experience front-row seats to the ever-changing vibrant harbor activity, where you can enjoy endless hours of entertainment as mega-yachts, vintage boats, day sailers, and powerboats pass directly by your home. This unique residence boasts four private decks, a rare garage, and a flexible 3-4 bedroom layout, and greater space between it and its neighbors thereby creating more privacy from nearby cottages. Natural light floods the home through abundant windows, providing water views from nearly every room. The open-plan first floor includes a kitchen, dining, and living area with sliders that lead to a large deck perched directly over the water —ideal for savoring the harbor’s beauty. You can even go fishing directly from this deck! The en-suite primary bedroom features two decks with stunning harbor views, allowing you to admire the water from the comfort of your bed. Additionally, there are two more bedrooms including one with a large private deck and a loft room with skylights which can be used as a fourth bedroom. Set within a gated community offering resort-like amenities such as a pool, tennis court and 24-hour security, "Reliance" merges the privacy of a single-family home with the conveniences of a condo. Embrace waterfront coastal elegance and the vibrant Newport Harbor lifestyle in this extraordinary residence offered furnished.
Sold for $3,420,000 on 11/03/25
$3,420,000
5 Defenders Row, Newport, RI 02840
3beds
1,828sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1979
-- sqft lot
$3,420,100 Zestimate®
$1,871/sqft
$4,116 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 03, 2025 at 10:34am
Listed by:
Alyce Wright 401-662-7993,
Lila Delman Compass
Bought with:
Non-Mls Member
Non-Mls Member
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1394595
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8
Bathroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9
Dining area
- Level: First
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central Air, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Skylight, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,828
- Total interior livable area: 1,828 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,828
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Assigned, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: First Floor Access,Private Entry
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Flood Insurance, Saltwater Front, Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Features: Secluded, Security, Tennis
Details
- Parcel number: NEWPM046B0001L05
- Zoning: WB
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Dry Wall, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: In Fee, Public Sewer
- Water: In Fee, Municipal
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Marina, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Near Swimming, Tennis, Outdoor Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Newport
- Subdivision: Goat Island South
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $1,269 monthly
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