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Property Description
Welcome to 28 Merton Road, a spacious 4-bed, 3-bath cottage ideally situated near Bellevue Avenue, the Cliff Walk, Easton's Beach, downtown Newport.Offering great bones, classic character, and a flexible floor plan. Enter through the charming 3-season porch into a classic center hallway and a spacious 1st-floor layout with plenty of room to spread out. The generously sized kitchen is ready for updating and opens to a bright, sunny dining room. On either side are additional living spaces a classic front living room and, through French doors off the dining room, a versatile bonus room perfect for a TV room, library or den.The 1st floor also features a bedroom with a private full bath, offering the convenience of a 1st floor primary suite or comfortable guest accommodations. 1st Floor laundry and hardwood flooring throughout add to the home's functionality and classic character. Upstairs, you'll find 3 additional bedrooms and a 3rd full bath, providing plenty of space for family and guests. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard perfect for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying Newport's warmer months.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 28 Merton Rd
General
- Price: $998,000
- Taxes: $5,890 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1422818
- Updated: 10/7/2026
- Added to Site: 29 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: No Garage
Location
- County: Newport
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Electric, Gas, Hot Water, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cabin, Colonial
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1860
- Square Feet: 1,860
- Living Area: 1,860 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,860 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,860 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405
- Lot Size: 7405
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,890
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 28MERTONRDNEWP
- Lot Number: 87
Listed by Warner Realty Group
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Schools
Schools serving 28 Merton Rd
School District:Newport School District, Newport, RI
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Frank E. Thompson Middle School 55 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840 | 5-8 | 0.7 mi |
Pell Elementary School 35 Dexter Street, Newport, RI 02840 | PK-4 | 1.8 mi |
Rogers High School 15 Wickham Road, Newport, RI 02840 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 28 Merton Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/06/2026
Listed
$998,000
207.08%
MLS
9/30/2013
Sold
$325,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 28 Merton Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,890
3%
$820,400
—
2024
$5,718
7%
$820,400
52%
2023
$5,365
3%
$540,800
—
2022
$5,197
3%
$540,800
—
2021
$5,046
13%
$540,800
25%
2020
$4,452
—
$433,100
—
2019
$4,452
3%
$433,100
—
2018
$4,309
10%
$431,300
24%
2017
$3,900
4%
$347,900
1%
2016
$3,765
2%
$344,500
—
2015
$3,676
-8%
$344,500
4%
2014
$3,992
3%
$331,000
—
2013
$3,876
—
$331,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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28 Merton Road, Newport, RI 02840 (MLS# 1422818) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 28 Merton Road is currently listed for $998,000 and was received on September 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 28 Merton Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newport? You can browse all Newport real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

