Located a block from historic Thames Street, The Howland House Inn, circa 1765, offers an easy retreat from the busy shops and restaurants. The home features original wide plank pine floors and period characteristics blended with modern and comfortable amenities. Guests can choose from one of four signature suites, each offering a bedroom with a king-sized bed and a living area with pull-out beds for additional guests as well as splits for Air Conditioning and supplemental heat. One of the four suites also offers a second bedroom, bath and full eat-in kitchen. The third floor is an unfinished attic with plenty of room to expand (architectural renderings of this space are available for review). A recipient of several awards, including The Most Eco-Friendly Guest House in America by European Standards and The Traveller Review Awards 2023, the Inn has a 9.6 rating. Its operations are located in the sunny lower level which includes a large service area, laundry facilities, storage and a bathroom. There is off-street parking for three vehicles. Owner has recently installed a full wet fire suppression system (painting of these water lines will be completed within the next few weeks). The Inn runs under a guest transient license. Bookings are secured well into 2023. Showings will be limited to qualified buyers and held during openings in the booking schedule.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1765Year Built
2,614 sq ftLot Size
$459Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Newport Group• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Christine MacDonald• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Fitzpatrick Team• RE/MAX Profnl. Newport, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
3,812
Year built
1765
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Newport County
APN
362688
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Oct 25, 2019 • Final
Building
Roofing
Jul 7, 2016 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Features: Common Area
Equipment
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Other Features: Attic, Bathtub, Permanent Attic Stairs, Tub Shower
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units Total: 4
# Of Buildings: 1
Multi Unit Financial Information
Operating Expense: $129,203.73
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 2
Construction Details: Plaster, Clapboard, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Paved Driveway
Security Features: Security System Leased
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2,614
Lot Size Acres: 0.06
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Waterfront Features: Walk to Water
Zoning: GB
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,812
Foundation Details: Stone
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $713,500
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $10,281.54
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: 1 Unit
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Hot Water
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,812
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1765
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Newport County
APN: 362688
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Rogers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Newport, RI • 02840
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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