Muriel Vanderbilt: heiress, socialite, racehorse breeder. Welcome to her trophy room. This condo is one of Middletown's rarest finds and evokes the glamor and taste of Bellevue Avenue mixed with Ralph Lauren style. Located in the Historic Muriel Vanderbilt Carriage House Condominiums, this unique home is part of 6 unit complex, which was once Muriel Vanderbilt's carriage house. This particular unit has been referred to as the "crown jewel" which retains Muriel's original equestrian trophy room now serving as a 30 x 16 ft great room featuring custom box wood ceilings, hand carved wood and built-ins originally designed to hold Muriel's horse-racing trophies. Imagine cozying up by the wood burning fireplace on your chesterfield sofa with a glass of Scotch. Every inch of this condo has been tastefully restored paying close attention to preserving the historic charm and nostalgia. Outside, this home offers both a front slate patio and a fully fenced in private yard, one car detached garage and 2 additional parking spaces. Just minutes away from Middletown and Newport's most popular beaches and famed downtown Newport offering 5 star restaurants, shopping, marinas and more! This condo can easily serve as a year round dwelling or second home getaway retreat!
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$469Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Sydelle Stinson• Century 21 Premier Agency
One of a kind condo located in the historic Muriel Vanderbilt Phelps Carriage House, conveniently situated right at the border of Middletown and Newport with close and easy access to the bridge, beaches, and Newport's famed restaurants! There are only 6 units in this small & intimate complex, and each one is uniquely different. The crown jewel, however, is this unit which retains Muriel's original equestrian "trophy room" - now used as a stunning 30 x 16 ft great room with box beam ceilings, rich & detailed wood paneling, built-in trophy cabinets, and a working fireplace. The first floor boasts gorgeous random width plank oak floors, the second floor has lovely old red pine floors - all original and beautifully restored. A modern chef's kitchen seamlessly blends the old with the new - incorporating an original floor to ceiling cabinet with a granite topped built-in desk area and adding luxe touches like a built-in wine refrigerator. There is also a charming tiled half bath on the main level, and 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths on the second floor where angled ceilings add character and visual interest. This unit has both a slate front patio and a fully fenced & private side yard and patio area for al fresco dining. Central air, gas heat, a 1 car garage AND 2 more designated parking spots complete the package!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,994 (+4.7%)
$593,200
2024
$6,679 (+60.6%)
$593,200
2023
$4,158 (+4.7%)
$330,300
2022
$3,970
$330,300
2021
$3,970 (−9.3%)
$330,300
2020
$4,378
$318,200
2018
$4,375 (+6.1%)
$318,200
2016
$4,123 (+2.5%)
$267,400
2015
$4,022 (−11.4%)
$267,400
2014
$4,540 (+2.3%)
$282,500
2013
$4,438 (+2.0%)
$282,500
2012
$4,351
$282,500
Tax history for 20 Phelps Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,994 (+4.7%)
$593,200
2024
$6,679 (+60.6%)
$593,200
2023
$4,158 (+4.7%)
$330,300
2022
$3,970
$330,300
2021
$3,970 (−9.3%)
$330,300
2020
$4,378
$318,200
2018
$4,375 (+6.1%)
$318,200
2016
$4,123 (+2.5%)
$267,400
2015
$4,022 (−11.4%)
$267,400
2014
$4,540 (+2.3%)
$282,500
2013
$4,438 (+2.0%)
$282,500
2012
$4,351
$282,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,523
Year built
1900
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Newport County
APN
638391
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Assigned, Detached, Garage
# of Parking (Total): 3
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Has Basement
Basement Information: Crawl Space, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Features: In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Masonry
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer