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Thames St. traffic in Fifth Ward can get heavy during rush hour so locals opt for walking.
Tourists flood Thames Street in the summer
On Thames Street, souvenir shop windows advertise “Newport, RI” tee shirts and tourists book 15-minute tarot readings in second-floor walk-ups. Here, having an ice cream cone in hand is just as common as a shopping bag. Traffic picks up in the Fifth Ward during the summer season — roughly between Memorial Day and Labor Day — and driving means making way for pedestrians in flip-flops and beach cover-ups. Parking can be challenging during this time of year, but the town issues resident stickers to year-rounders. Along with the Thames Street shopping district (also known as the Fifth Ward), Newport is known for its beaches and long-standing ties to the country’s wealthiest. At the end of the 19th century, the area became known as a summer playground for Gilded Age magnates like Cornelius Vanderbilt and J.P. Morgan, men who built 60,000-square-foot “cottages” overlooking the Atlantic Ocean; today these mansions are popular tourist attractions. According to AnnaLeigh Bowser, a team leader at the Newport Preservation Society, “The Breakers” brings in the most visitors, and it’s been in operation as a historical site to tour since 1948. “There’s also a regular lecture series. We’ll sometimes host concerts.” In the winter, when the mansions, souvenir shops and clam shacks close their doors for the season, life in Newport’s Fifth Ward quiets down, and pubs like O’Brien’s are repopulated by self-proclaimed “townies” rather than tourists.
Condo units in remodeled mansions and single-family cottages
In the Fifth Ward, each home has a history — some date back to the 18th and 19th centuries, and it’s not uncommon to see plaques identifying original owners, ship captains and military men who walked Newport’s streets 200 years ago. Narrow one-ways are lined with multi-story cottages, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and Victorians. Gilded Age mansions stand alone on quieter streets, and many of these older houses have been divided into condominiums. A one-bedroom space can sell for under $400,000, and some larger units with water views fetch upwards of $1 million. Single-family homes tend to hover between $700,000 and $2 million, and many properties on the higher end of the spectrum have undergone extensive internal remodelings that include central air conditioning and open floor plans. In the Fifth Ward, buyers are paying for location: proximity to Thames Street and the harbor. Homes with rooftop decks overlooking the water have been known to sell for upwards of $2 million.
Fifth Ward is flanked on it's west coast with large, waterfront condos and mansion properties.
Fall in love with Newport's historic charm, where colonial homes create an inviting atmosphere.
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Hungry customers line the windows at Willy's Weiners on Thames St. in Fifth Ward.
Irish pubs and Italian eateries on Thames Street
One of the benefits of living in this Newport neighborhood is access to Thames Street shops and restaurants. Lexi Anderson, a Fifth Ward resident and former substitute teacher in the Newport Public Schools recommends O’Brien’s for its pub fare and pool tables. “On almost any given day in the summer, you can find the outdoor patio pretty full. There’s even a fountain with rubber ducks kids can fish for and a lively crowd drinking and dancing on the weekend,” she says. O’Brien’s also hosts karaoke and trivia nights during the week. Harvest Market is a go-to place for picking up iced coffee and a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on the weekends, and reservations are recommended at Mamma Luisa Ristorante Italiano, which has been perfecting its pasta dishes for decades. Summer evenings are spent window shopping with an ice cream cone from Sprinkles in hand, and residents can pick up groceries at the Stop & Shop in Bellevue Plaza or at A Market in the Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center. There’s also Ash Mart, which Anderson calls “a local classic convenience store” on Carroll Avenue.
Grass courts at the Tennis Hall of Fame and A-list artists at music festivals
At the Tennis Hall of Fame, visitors learn about the history of the sport and check out high-tech temporary exhibits like the Roger Federer Hologram. The museum’s outdoor grass courts, which were the site of the first-ever U.S. Open in 1881, are open to non-members and members alike, although the latter are guaranteed unlimited time. Sit in the stands for the Infosys Hall of Fame Open in July. There’s also the historic Jane Pickens Film and Event Center, which screens blockbuster movies and hosts touring bands. The Folk and Jazz Festivals bring thousands of music fans to Fort Adams State Park each year, and A-listers like James Brown, Nina Simone and Dolly Parton have all performed on the famous outdoor stage overlooking the Pell Bridge. Come June, celebrate Pride in Downtown Newport. Watch the bike parade, drag performances and pick up unique gifts from local vendors.
Bellevue has some incredible shops and amenities like the Tennis Hall of Fame, and Audrain.
Fort Adams near Fifth Ward is the premier outdoor event space in the Newport area.
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Morton Park is a beautiful, well-maintained open space for a walk in fresh air in Fifth Ward.
Merry-go-rounds, Little League and Yacht Clubs
In the Fifth Ward, condensed residential streets and business centers are accented by parks. Anderson recommends Morton Park, located at the end of Thames Street behind Ash Mart. “I grew up walking there and playing in the trees and on the old merry-go-round,” she says. King Park is located right on the water. “It’s home to some of the Newport Little League’s baseball fields, and there’s also a gazebo where a summer concert series is held. People come to listen to live music in the sun.” Some locals also belong to the Ida Lewis Yacht Club, and kids and adults can take sailing classes in Newport Harbor.
Rogers High School in Newport has a hub-and-spoke design and is getting a new front building.
Senior Projects at Rogers High School
Fifth Ward students can enroll in Newport Public Schools. There’s Claiborne Pell Elementary, graded a C by the educational review site, Niche, Thompson Middle, which earned a C-plus, and the B-rated Rogers High, where students are expected to complete a “Senior Project” in their final year. After hours of mentor-guided research in subjects of their choice, 12th-graders present in front of a panel. Private school options in the area include St. Michael’s Country Day, which was awarded an A-minus, and St. George’s, known for its ocean views and A-plus Niche score.
The Pell Bridge Towers near Fifth Ward are among the tallest structures in RI.
Pell and Mount Hope Bridges connect Aquidneck to mainland Rhode Island
Although restaurants and stores are within walking distance for most residents of the Fifth Ward, Route 138 and the Pell Bridge offer easy passage off of the island. There’s also the Mount Hope Bridge to the north, which connects Aquidneck to East Bay Rhode Island; RIPTA bus 60 follows this route, stopping on Broadway, passing by Newport Hospital and crossing the Mount Hope Bay on its way to Kennedy Plaza. Residents will typically book flights out of T.F. Green International Airport in Warwick, but there’s also Boston Logan International, which offers more nonstop options 70-plus miles away.
Important to know: noise along Thames and free parking during the off-season
During the summer months, Thames Street can get noisy. Afternoons are punctuated by car horns and chattering tourists. Groups of college students and Bachelorette parties can be heard leaving The Dockside (a club on the water) late a night, and restaurant patios host live bands. However, according to Bowser, there’s free parking during the off-season, a benefit year-rounders take advantage of.
Thames St. traffic in Fifth Ward can get heavy during rush hour so locals opt for walking.
In the summer, tourists and local residents flood the streets of Fifth Ward and Newport.
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Fifth Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fifth Ward, Newport sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Fifth Ward, Newport over the last 12 months is $950,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Tucked away on a quiet street and backing directly onto the open space of Morton Park, this well-maintained raised ranch offers 2,175 square feet of thoughtful and comfortable living space. The home features four bedrooms, two full baths, one half bath, and hardwood floors throughout. Recent improvements include a newer roof with owned solar panels, an updated heating system, and energy-efficient
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ACADEMIC YEAR RENTAL 2026-2027! Grab your chance to rent this fully furnished 4-bedroom stand-alone home, in the heart of Newport's Yachting Village. On the first floor you'll find a cozy living space that includes an eclosed front porch, mud room, living room, bedroom, and eat in kitchen. Upstairs there is a bathroom, and three additional bright and spacious bedrooms. All this and a fenced yard
Available Sept 1 2026 through May 2027. Absolutely charming 5th Ward furnished winter house rental. Nice and clean with attractive fun decor and colors with 3bds and 2.5 bths. Comfy floor plan with one big open room on first floor. A fabulous updated kitchen with quartz counters and nice stainless appliances. Large dining table or use for a giant desk. The living room has 2 couches and smart
Available now for an annual lease. Second floor 2 bedroom 1 bath open concept condo with hardwoods, updated kitchen and updated bath. There is an 8 X 10 storage unit in the basement as well as coin or card operated laundry machines. Heat and hot water included in rent as well as landscaping, parking and snow removal. Tenant pays electric, cable and internet. No smoking or pets.Convenient
UNFURNISHED YEARLY RENTAL available September 1, 2026 (start date flexible - available sooner if needed). Conveniently located on Spring Street in the Yachting Village, this apartment enjoys lovely views of the grounds at The Elms from the front windows. Enjoy living one block from the waterfront, with multiple options for cafes, restaurants and groceries just minutes away. This first
Available Sept 1 2026 through May 2027. Absolutely charming 5th Ward furnished winter house rental. Nice and clean with attractive fun decor and colors with 3bds and 2.5 bths. Comfy floor plan with one big open room on first floor. A fabulous updated kitchen with quartz counters and nice stainless appliances. Large dining table or use for a giant desk. The living room has 2 couches and smart
You'll love this location of this renovated rental, available from Sept 2026 to May 2027. This house has a fenced in yard with back deck and patio, an outdoor shower, and plenty of privacy, plus a one car garage. Close to Gooseberry Beach, Ocean Drive, and local parks, yet walking distance into town. Three bedrooms and three full baths. Tastefully furnished throughout. Hardwood floors and
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~ Available September through May ~ Perched among the treetops of Narragansett Avenue, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse condo is the perfect home base for your Newport adventures. Step inside to find classic, thoughtfully curated furnishings and a cozy fireplace that make it easy to settle in and feel at home from day one. Location is everything, and this one delivers! Just 0.5 miles to
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