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$3,250,000
16 Days On Site

491 Thames Street 493
Newport, RI 02840

For Sale|Retail|Active
0
Beds
0
Total Baths
4,800
SqFt
$677
/SqFt
1850
Built
Subdivision:
Thames Street Harbour
County:
Newport

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491 Thames Street 493491 Thames Street 493491 Thames Street 493491 Thames Street 493
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This high visibility, fully renovated 1840 mixed-use building delivers exceptional income from three luxury short-term rental suites and two ground-floor retail spaces. It is located in the Waterfront Business Zone, a high traffic area on Lower Thames Street. All suites are recently renovated with high-end finishes, private decks, and harbor views. The retail units have been renovated with stamped ceilings, ceramic tile flooring and updated baths. Each 800 sq. ft. unit provides additional income with proven long-term tenants with annual renewals. The property also includes an on-site garage and 2 additional parking spaces. Current operations have maintained 3 registered, legal suites in Airbnb Superhost status for over three years, with a 4.9-star average, 92% 5-star reviews and over 500 reviews in the past 12 months. Offered at $3,250,000 USD, this property combines historic charm, operational stability and exceptional income - a rare opportunity in Newport's thriving waterfront market.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$3,250,000
Days On Site 
16 Days
Bedrooms 
N/A
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,800 sqft
Total Baths 
N/A
Full Baths 
N/A
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
2,614 Acres
Year Built 
1850
MLS® Number 
1395659
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$13,451
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Additional Property Use 
InvestmentMulti-FamilyMixed UseOfficeResidential
Foundation 
BlockConcrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Three Or More
Number Of Stories 
3
Parking Spaces 
6
Property Sub Type 
Retail
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Fire AlarmSecured Garage/ParkingSmoke Detector(s)
SqFt Above 
4800
SqFt Total 
4800
Utilities 
Cable AvailableElectricity AvailableNatural Gas AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedWater ConnectedSewer Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
WB
Interior Features
Basement 
Full
Cooling 
Ductless
Electric 
Circuit Breakers100 Amp Service220 Volts
Heating 
DuctlessHot Water
Laundry Features 
Common AreaLaundry Room
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Road Frontage 
City Street
View 
Water
Waterview 
Water
Community Features
Community Features 
GolfRestaurantSidewalksTennis Court(s)Street Lights
Listing courtesy of James Manson of Hogan Associates Christie's 4018622741



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Last checked: 2025-11-04 02:27 PM UTC

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