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3 beds1,743 sqft$846/sqft
72 3rd St, Newport, RI 02840
Est: $8,072/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
3,049 sq ftLot Size
1890Year Built
$846/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Picture-perfect Point cottage! Offered for the first time in 20 years, 72 Third Street is a charming turn-of-the-century home just two blocks from the water in one of Newport's most beloved neighborhoods. Updated, bright and incredibly functional, the home offers great natural light, central air, two gas fireplaces and a flexible layout with one bedroom and full bath on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs. The fully finished basement, complete with a full bathroom and bulkhead access, adds valuable...Picture-perfect Point cottage! Offered for the first time in 20 years, 72 Third Street is a charming turn-of-the-century home just two blocks from the water in one of Newport's most beloved neighborhoods. Updated, bright and incredibly functional, the home offers great natural light, central air, two gas fireplaces and a flexible layout with one bedroom and full bath on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs. The fully finished basement, complete with a full bathroom and bulkhead access, adds valuable additional living space. Outside, enjoy a private patio, mature landscaping, gas lantern, beautiful stonework and the rare convenience of off-street parking for two cars. No flood insurance is currently required. Quiet neighborhood setting yet close to downtown, the harbor and easy access on and off the Newport Pell Bridge. With its versatile layout and location, the property also offers excellent rental potential. A classic Newport cottage combining historic charm, modern comfort and everyday practicality.
7 days on Market
  • Listed by: Alexander Fraioli 401.255.9109 fraioli42@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #REB.0013763 • Edge Realty RI
Last updated: 09/08/2026 01:33 PM • Source: Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, MLS#: 1422332

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Property Information for 72 3rd Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,896 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: The Point
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Newport
  • Community Features: Golf, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools
  • Postal City: Newport
  • Postal Code: 02840
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Zoning: R10
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Parking
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,896.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 960500
  • Tax Lot: 195
  • Tax Map Number: 12
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1268.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 475.0
  • Building Area Total: 1743.0
  • Living Area: 1,743.00
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Area: 3049.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3049.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 72THIRDSTNEWP
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1890
  • C L I P: 2,335,750,161
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps150, Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Concrete Perimeter, See Remarks, Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Ductless, Gas
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 9
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 72 3rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1422332

$1,475,000
Apr 21, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170928725

$490,000

+114.0% / yr

Jul 22, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170927148

$277,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/02/2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1422332

$1,475,000
04/21/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170928725

$490,000

+114.0% / yr

07/22/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170927148

$277,500

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

Public Records for 72 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$444,600Additions$515,900Total$960,500
Tax Record2025$6,896 ($575 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,396 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,396 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,067 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1992ZoningR10CountyNEWPORTAPNNEWP M:012 B:0195

Schools near 72 3rd Street

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

Rogers High School
Public9 to 12

Pell Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Newport Area Career Tech Center
Public9 to 12

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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72 3rd Street is a single family home for sale in Newport, RI 02840. This property was listed for sale on September 2, 2026 by Edge Realty RI, it's currently listed at $1,475,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on April 21, 2005. This listing's school district is Newport School District. Nearby schools include Frank E. Thompson Middle School, Rogers High School and Pell Elementary School. 72 3rd Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,743 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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