Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,781 sqft
57 Ledge Rd, Unit 2, Newport, RI 02840
CondoProperty Type
1922Year Built
$1,853/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$750/moHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Perched on a rocky promontory above the Atlantic Ocean, this extraordinary residence at the Waves occupies the second floor of the 1922 historic mansion designed by noted American architect John Russell Pope as his own home. Located on Ledge Road with a gated entry and sweeping views of Bailey's Beach and the Cliff Walk the two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers harmonious blending of modern amenities and traditional elegance; each room with a wood burning fireplace. The dramatic private entrance...Perched on a rocky promontory above the Atlantic Ocean, this extraordinary residence at the Waves occupies the second floor of the 1922 historic mansion designed by noted American architect John Russell Pope as his own home. Located on Ledge Road with a gated entry and sweeping views of Bailey's Beach and the Cliff Walk the two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers harmonious blending of modern amenities and traditional elegance; each room with a wood burning fireplace. The dramatic private entrance to the second-floor landing leads past a well-equipped galley kitchen to the gracious living room / dining area enhanced with carved wood paneling and expansive ocean-facing windows. Evoking a bygone era while embracing contemporary comfort the original architectural details have been thoughtfully preserved lending authenticity and charm. This makes for a wonderful entertaining area or a cozy place to sit next to the fireplace. The roomy primary suite has an office alcove with historically accurate reproduction windows, a walk-in closet and a deck overlooking the ocean. The 2nd ensuite bedroom also has ocean views. An additional 520 square feet of unfinished third-floor space awaits your vision. This is a rare offering for the first time in 20 years within one of Newport's most architecturally significant residences. A truly unique opportunity for those seeking timeless beauty, coastal grandeur, and a link to Newport's gilded past.
  • Listed by: Edith Cushing 401.862.7703 ecushing@cox.net Brokerage DRE #REB.0010327 • RE/MAX Profnl. Newport, Inc.
Listing closed: 07/14/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, MLS#: 1387835

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Property Information for 57 Ledge Road, Unit 2

Property Details
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Taxes: $13,948 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Condominium
  • Subdivision Name: Ledge Road/Bellevue
  • Building Name: Ledge Road Condominium
  • Waterfront Y N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean Front, Water Access, Walk To Water, Waterfront
  • View: Saltwater, Water
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: Ledge Road Condominium
  • Floor: 2
  • Stories: 3
  • Residences: 2
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Yes
  • Year Built: 1922
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Newport
  • Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Postal City: Newport
  • Postal Code: 02840
  • State Or Province: RI
  • View Y N: Yes
  • Zoning: R-60
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Location and General Infromation
  • Complex Name: Ledge Road Condominium
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Unassigned
  • Parking Total: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee: $750.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Laundry, Maintenance Grounds, Parking, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,948.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 2001200
  • Tax Lot: 86
  • Tax Map Number: 38
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1781.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1781.0
  • Frontage Length: 0
  • Living Area: 1,781.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Private, Secluded, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 0.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 57LEDGERD2NEWP
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
Property and Assessments
  • Business Type: Other
  • Buyer Financing: Cash
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Entry Location: First Floor Access,Private Entry,Second Floor Acce
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1922
  • C L I P: 5,567,166,654
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps100, Circuit Breakers, Volts220
  • Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Connected, Public, Water Tap Fee
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Security
  • Foundation Details: Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk Out Access
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Other
  • Heating: Baseboard, Gas, Hot Water, Individual, Zoned
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Attic, Cedar Closets, Dry Bar, Internal Expansion, Permanent Attic Stairs, Storage, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Levels: Two, Three Or More
  • Other Equipment: Compressor
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Window Features: Storm Windows
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Utility Room
  • Room Level 1: Lower
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Storage Room
  • Room Level 2: Third
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Laundry
  • Room Level 3: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bathroom
  • Room Level 4: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level 5: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Bathroom
  • Room Level 6: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level 7: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Kitchen
  • Room Level 8: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Dining Room
  • Room Level 9: Second
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Living Room
  • Room Level 10: Second
Room 11
  • Room Type 11: Foyer
  • Room Level 11: Second
Room 30
  • Room List: Utility Room, Storage Room, Laundry, Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Foyer

Property History for 57 Ledge Road, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 14, 2025

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1387835

$3,300,000
Jul 11, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906842935

$3,300,000

+3.0% / yr

Jun 23, 2025

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1387835

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/14/2025

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1387835

$3,300,000
07/11/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906842935

$3,300,000

+3.0% / yr

06/23/2025

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1387835

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 57 Ledge Road, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$2,001,200Total-
Tax Record2025$17,388 ($1,449 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,781 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,781 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1922Year Renovated1982ZoningR60CountyNEWPORTAPNNEWP M:038 B:0086 L:2

Schools near 57 Ledge Road, Unit 2

This home is within Newport School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public5 to 8

Rogers High School
Public9 to 12

Newport Area Career Tech Center
Public9 to 12

Pell Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 57 Ledge Road, Unit 2, Newport, RI 02840
$3,300,000
2
1,781
2
2.5
1,866
$1,100,000
2
1,400
$1,100,000
1
2
1,205
$870,000
2
2,427
2
1.5
2,167

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