53 Merton Rd is a 3,298 square foot multi-family home on a 0.5 acre lot with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Based on Redfin's Newport data, we estimate the home's value is $1,621,383.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$492Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$1,621,383
$33K since August
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This home's estimate is 41.1% lower than the average sale price ($2.75M) of 6 comparable homes.
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,785 (+3.0%)
$951,600 + $689,700
$1,641,300
2024
$11,440 (+16.6%)
$951,600 + $689,700
$1,641,300
2023
$9,814 (+3.2%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2022
$9,507 (+3.0%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2021
$9,230 (+1.7%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2020
$9,078
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2019
$9,078 (+2.9%)
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2018
$8,822 (+27.3%)
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2017
$6,932 (+2.6%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2016
$6,759 (+2.4%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2015
$6,598 (+3.8%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2014
$6,358 (+3.0%)
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
2013
$6,174 (+3.1%)
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
2012
$5,989
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
Tax history for 53 Merton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,785 (+3.0%)
$951,600 + $689,700
$1,641,300
2024
$11,440 (+16.6%)
$951,600 + $689,700
$1,641,300
2023
$9,814 (+3.2%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2022
$9,507 (+3.0%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2021
$9,230 (+1.7%)
$552,000 + $437,300
$989,300
2020
$9,078
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2019
$9,078 (+2.9%)
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2018
$8,822 (+27.3%)
$542,600 + $340,500
$883,100
2017
$6,932 (+2.6%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2016
$6,759 (+2.4%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2015
$6,598 (+3.8%)
$346,700 + $271,700
$618,400
2014
$6,358 (+3.0%)
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
2013
$6,174 (+3.1%)
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
2012
$5,989
$283,700 + $243,500
$527,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Jul 17, 2025 • Active
Mechanical
Install a new mini-split system.
HVAC
Jul 14, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Install electrical wiring for a ductless heating and air conditioning unit.
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Hot Water
Room Information
# of Rooms: 12
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Building Style Type: Multi-Family
Construction Type: Frame
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding/Shingle
Roof Shape Type: Mansard
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 3,298
Gross Sq. Ft: 5,181
# of Units: 2
# of Stories: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 21,780
Municipality Name: NEWPORT
Acres: 0.5
Zoning Code: R10
State Use Description: 2-FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,298
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Newport County
APN: 98247
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Rogers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.54M – $1.87M
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