This home's estimate is 34.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 6 comparable homes.
Search- Overview
- Sale & tax history
- Property details
- Neighborhood
- Climate

















































68 Old Fort Rd, Newport, RI 02840
Is this your home?
Track this home’s value and nearby sales activity
About this home
Exceptional investment! Unlock the potential of this duplex that sits on a coveted oversized lot in the heart of the desirable 5th Ward. Situated on a prominent corner lot, this property is a diamond in the rough. Perfect for an investor or savvy homeowner ready to restore its classic character. Just steps from King Park and the Newport Harbor, this property perfectly blends a coastal lifestyle with urban convenience. There is a 3-car garage and ample off street parking, a rare find in this historic neighborhood. The existing garage structure offers an ideal footprint for a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit or modifications can be made to the home itself. Perfect as a high yield rental or a primary home with income potential. Don't miss this opportunity to own a versatile property in one of Newport's premier locations. Maximize your returns! The property offers significant value-add potential!
Redfin Estimate
Market trends in 02840, RI
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
- OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 11:30AM
See all
Provided by Redfin
Homeowner tools
More resources
Track your estimate and nearby sale activity
Review property details and add renovations
Update home photos or make them private
Sale and tax history for 68 Old Fort Rd
- Sale History
- Tax History
$571/sq ft
$562/sq ft
Public record
Property details
Parking
- Garage/Carport Information
- Has Garage
- Has Attached Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking
- Features: Built In, Detached, Garage
- # of Parking (Total): 5
- # of Covered Spaces: 3
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 2
- Room Information
- # of Rooms (Total): 8
- Room Types: Storage Room, Utility Room
- Has Basement
- Basement Information: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Features: Stone
- Equipment
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Interior Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Other Features: Interior Steps, Tub Shower
- Multi Unit Information
- # Of Units Total: 2
- # Of Buildings: 1
- Unit Type 1
- One Bedroom
- # of Bedrooms: 1
- # of Bathrooms Total: 1
- # of Full Bathrooms: 1
- Area: 564.0
- Unit Type 2
- Two Bedroom
- # of Bedrooms: 2
- # of Bathrooms Total: 1
- # of Full Bathrooms: 1
- Area: 1198.0
Exterior
- Building Information
- Stories (Total): 2
- Construction Details: Plaster, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Patio, Paved Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Lot Information
- Lot Size Area: 8,490
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1949
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Frontage Length: 129
- Frontage Length Remarks: 129
- Zoning: R10
- Property Information
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1,762
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Fixer
Financial
- Assessments and Fees
- Assessed Value: $971,500
- Tax Information
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,441
- Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Sewer Connected
- Electric: Amps 100
- Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
- Water Source: Connected, Public
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Gas
Location
- Community Information
- Community Features: Near Schools, Pool, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts, Sidewalks
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,760
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
- Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Renovated: 1987
- County: Newport County
- APN: 277889
Around this home
Schools
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Good sunlight
SunscoreThere appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
Nearby similar homes
New listings for sale in 02840
Home values near 68 Old Fort Rd
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2246 Sq. Ft. | $1,538,525 |
6 Beds | 2 Baths | 2060 Sq. Ft. | $1,071,580 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
2 Beds | - Baths | 1936 Sq. Ft. | $955,850 |
5 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1861 Sq. Ft. | $1,122,425 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
2 Beds | 1 Baths | 842 Sq. Ft. | $754,725 |
2 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 900 Sq. Ft. | $690,989 |
More real estate resources
- Cities
- Neighborhoods
- Zip Codes
- Popular Searches
| Providence homes for sale | |||
| Cranston homes for sale | |||
| Fall River homes for sale |
| Fifth Ward homes for sale |
| 02842 homes for sale | |||
| 02835 homes for sale | |||
| 02840 homes for sale |
Find us
Subsidiaries
Affiliated Business
Copyright: © 2026 Redfin. All rights reserved.
Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.
Do not sell or share my personal information.
REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.
California DRE #01521930
Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures
New Mexico Real Estate Licenses
TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice
All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.
Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.
If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.
REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.
















































United States
Canada