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  • $1,795,000

    27-29 Franklin St, Newport, RI 02840

    5beds
    3,445sqft
    : 
    Multi Family
    Built in 1745
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $521/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    High ceilingsGreat light
    The c1745 Benjamin Norton House is a well maintained, legal 4 unit in Historic Hill. Located steps from Thames St, this General Business zoned property is perfect for an investor, owner occupy, or short -term rental potential. The first floor offers (2) one-bedroom, one-bath units with great light, high ceilings, and plenty of space. Second floor offers a spacious 1200sf, two-bedroom, one bath unit. Third floor is another large one-bedroom, one bath unit. All units currently occupied. Other features include two tandem off-street parking spaces in the rear and a newer gas heating system.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 03:08pm

    Listed by:

    Mike Sweeney 401-849-3000,

    Gustave White Sotheby's Realty

    Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1391417MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bath w Shower Stall, Bath w Tub & Shower
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Water
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Wall (Dry Wall), Wall (Plaster), Skylight, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Storage Space,Utility
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,758
    • Total interior livable area: 3,445 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: No Garage
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 2,535.19 Square Feet
    • Features: Local Historic District
    Details
    • Zoning: GB

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Dry Wall, Plaster, Clapboard
    • Foundation: Mixed
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1745

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Hospital, Marina, Private School, Public School, Restaurants, Near Shopping, Tennis
    • Subdivision: Historic Hill
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Newport

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $521/sqft
    • Annual tax amount: $9,382
    • Date on market: 8/2/2025
    • Inclusions: Unit 1R @ $1200/mo. expires 4/30/26 Unit 1L @ $1000/mo. expires 4/30/26 Unit 2 @ $1600/mo. expires 9/1/25 Unit 3 @ $800/mo. expires 5/31/26 Shared driveway/ROW for property in rear.
    • Total actual rent: 4600
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