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Property Description
Nestled in the heart of Newport's Historic Hill, this home offers the quintessential blend of historic New England charm and modern convenience. Featuring three floors of living space, with four bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, providing a flexible layout to suit your needs. Situated on a corner lot, this home receives stunning light throughout the day and enjoys charming views of historic Newport. The open layout of the first floor offers a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces through double French doors. The renovated kitchen offers plenty of space to gather, with a large island, quartz countertops and a six-burner Thermador gas range. The living room is amply sized with a wood-burning fireplace. The home's upper floors provide spacious accommodations, with three bedrooms on the second level and an exquisite primary suite (or Office with Harbor views) on the third, and a large full bath complete with a soaking tub & double vanity. Step outside to discover a sunny deck and patio, perfect for enjoying Newport's picturesque seasons. The wide front porch offers a tranquil spot to enjoy the coastal breeze. The property has a detached garage and paved driveway, (2 PARKING SPACES Total) adding convenience to this picturesque setting. Located just minutes from downtown Newport and the Harbor, this historic cottage offers the perfect blend of charm and accessibility, ideal for enjoying all the activities and amenities in Newport.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5 Mt Vernon St
General
- Sold For: $1,570,000
- Taxes: $7,959 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1390766
- Added to Site: 171 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Interior Steps, Skylights, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Masonry
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Tennis: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Location
- County: Newport
- Subdivision: Historic Hill
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit
- Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cabin
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Drywall, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Building Size: 2145
- Square Feet: 2,145
- Living Area: 2,145 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,145 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,145 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1888
Lot Features
- Property View: Saltwater, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0673
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,933
- Lot Size: 2933
- Sidewalks: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,959
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Inclusions: Tax rate: Resident Residential: $6.975 per thousand. Non-Resident Residential: $8.221 per thousand.
- Property ID: 5MT.VERNONSTNEWP
- Lot Number: 102
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Schools
Schools serving 5 Mt Vernon St
School District:Newport School District, Newport, RI
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rogers High School 15 Wickham Road, Newport, RI 02840 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5 Mt Vernon St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2025
Sold
$1,570,000
-4.85%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$1,650,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5 Mt. Vernon Street, Newport, RI 02840 (MLS# 1390766) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,570,000 on September 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 5 Mt. Vernon Street? 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.

