Rare opportunity to enjoy southeast unobstructed fresh and salt water views from both inside and outside your home. Experience sunrise on the expansive deck overlooking Easton's Pond towards First Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 level home offers multiple possibilities to renovate, elevate, or start fresh and build your dream home. Home is set on a 10,432 sq. ft lot in a tucked away Newport neighborhood. Great area for enjoying nature walks around the walking path on Easton's pond, just a few steps away. Close proximity to Braga playground/park, beaches, Bellevue, and downtown Newport. First level has bonus family room or guest suite with full bath, and 2 car garage. Flood insurance is presently $1,115 yearly. Buyers and agents should conduct their due diligence to confirm if any renovation restrictions apply.
Est. $1,737 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 78 Ellery Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RIS #1395629
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$1,050,000
$521/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Pending
—
May 16, 2026
Price Changed
$1,195,000
$593/sq ft
Mar 24, 2026
Price Changed
$1,249,000
$620/sq ft
Oct 15, 2025
Price Changed
$1,394,000
$691/sq ft
Sep 19, 2025
Listed
$1,500,000
$744/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,371 (+3.0%)
$501,100 + $246,900
$748,000
2024
$5,214 (−0.9%)
$501,100 + $246,900
$748,000
2023
$5,261 (+3.2%)
$301,100 + $229,200
$530,300
2022
$5,096 (−13.4%)
$301,100 + $229,200
$530,300
2021
$5,883 (+5.6%)
$401,400 + $229,200
$630,600
2020
$5,572
$358,200 + $183,800
$542,000
2019
$5,572 (+2.9%)
$358,200 + $183,800
$542,000
2018
$5,415 (+33.9%)
$358,200 + $183,800
$542,000
2017
$4,043 (+2.6%)
$211,800 + $148,900
$360,700
2016
$3,942 (+2.4%)
$211,800 + $148,900
$360,700
2015
$3,849 (−10.9%)
$211,800 + $148,900
$360,700
2014
$4,320 (+3.0%)
$197,200 + $161,000
$358,200
2013
$4,195 (+3.1%)
$197,200 + $161,000
$358,200
2012
$4,069
$197,200 + $161,000
$358,200
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
2,016
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport County
APN
360715
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 9, 2026.
Jan 24, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Nov 17, 2015 • Final
Building
Install replacement windows.
Remodel
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
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Built In
# of Parking (Total): 8
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Room Types: Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Porch, Utility Room
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Individual, Oil, Zoned
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Near Hospital
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,016
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Newport County
APN: 360715
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 9, 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 • 2.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
3/10 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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Historical weather
Newport, RI • 02840
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Newport. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.37M – $1.65M
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