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Property Description
Charming Newport Cottage in a Bullseye In-Town location! The Clifton House at 51 William Street is located on Historic Hill, midway between Bellevue Avenue and Newport Harbor. Unique luxuries and everyday conveniences are right at your door cafes, restaurants, gourmet market, farmer's market, Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport Harbor, Redwood and Public Libraries, Art Museum and Aquidneck Park and Playground. The Clifton House is currently used as 2 one-bedroom apartments but would serve equally well as a 3-bedroom single family. A large brick patio is a private oasis, perfect for enjoying the sun, gardening, and hosting friends and family for dining al fresco! Up a few steps, the charming entry door opens to the first floor measuring 756 square feet, with windows in every direction. The beautiful open layout starts with the entry foyer and staircase into a large living room and oversized kitchen with French doors opening out onto the back patio. The bedroom has handsome built-in closeting, while the oversized bathroom features in-unit laundry. The second floor is a beautiful atelier apartment, with sprawling living/dining/kitchen, bedroom fit for a king-size bed, generous walk-in closet, and lovely bathroom with claw-foot tub. A full cellar offers ample storage for bikes and boards. First floor unit leased through November 2026. If you want to be in the center of the action, yet tucked away with privacy and lovely outdoor space, The Clifton House could be for you!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 51 William St
General
- Sold For: $825,700
- Taxes: $6,459 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1408924
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Area, In Unit
Parking
- Parking Features: No Garage
Location
- County: Newport
- Subdivision: Historic Hill
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
- Water: Connected
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Architectural Style: Stacked
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Clapboard
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1300
- Finished Total: 1,300 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,300 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1850
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.035
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,525
- Lot Size: 1525
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,459
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Inclusions: First floor tenant in place through November 2026.
- Property ID: 51WILLIAMSTNEWP
- Lot Number: 098-4
Listed by Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Sold by Edge Realty RI
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Schools
Schools serving 51 William St
School District:Newport School District, Newport, RI
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Frank E. Thompson Middle School 55 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840 | 5-8 | 0.6 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 | 1.1 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 51 William St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Sold
$825,700
-1.11%
MLS
4/09/2026
Listed
$835,000
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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.
51 William Street, Newport, RI 02840 (MLS# 1408924) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $825,700 on May 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 51 William Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Newport? You can browse all Newport real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

