$1,250,000

20 Fair Street, Newport, RI 02840

  • 5 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 1,725 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1870
  • Property Lot Size Icon5,663sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $725/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 15 days ago

Property Description

Opportunity for buyers seeking a project in one of Newport’s most desirable and active downtown neighborhoods. Located on Fair Street, this historic 5-bedroom, 4-bath home offers a rare chance to acquire a sizable property in a prime, walkable location steps from shops, dining, and waterfront. The property includes two side-by-side off street parking spaces, a major advantage for future resale or rental use. With its size, layout, and prime location, the property presents clear opportunity to increase value. Ideal for investors seeking a full scale renovation project with long term value in a high demand downtown location. Please review the photo for the administrative subdivision that is pending approval as lot line to change.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
January 29, 2026
Data Last Updated:
February 14, 2026 at 2:18AM
Listing Office:
RE/MAX Results : 401-848-7827
MLS ID:
1403928
  • General: AtticInterior StepsPermanent Attic Stairs
  • Appliances: DryerDishwasherGas Water HeaterMicrowaveOvenRangeRange HoodWater HeaterWasher
  • Basement: Exterior EntryFullInterior EntryPartially Finished
  • Flooring: Ceramic TileHardwood
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: BaseboardOil
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0
  • Style: Victorian
  • Other Structures: PorchScreened
  • Parking: No GarageParking spaces: 2
  • General: BrickClapboardShingle Siding2Concrete Perimeter
  • Originating MLS: RIS_RIS
  • County: Newport
  • Zoning: R320FAIRSTNEWP
  • Utilities: Circuit Breakers
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: RIS_RIS

This listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results

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Location

Schools Nearby

F

Frank E. Thompson Middle School

55 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840

Grades 5-8

0.55 miles away

F

Frank E. Thompson Middle School

55 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840

Grades 5-8

0.55 miles away

N

Newport Area Career Tech Center

15 Wickham Rd, Newport, RI, 02840

Grades 9-12

1.15 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.