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Bayside living near Easton Beach
Old Beach occupies a unique position in Newport. As the name suggests, it faces a beach – Easton Beach on Easton Bay, to be exact. But it’s also near the vintage neighborhoods of Historic Hill and Memorial Boulevard, giving it that desirable time-honored quality. “What I really like about Old Beach is the lot sizes,” says Realtor Devin Sheehan. “It does give you the feel that you’re kind of removed from the town.”
Spacious lots are a hallmark of the Old Beach neighborhood and many gilded-age homes are condos.
Easton's Beach may be the most popular Newport beach and the Old Beach neighborhood is adjacent.
Buoys that wash-up on the beach are prized collectibles for some in the Old Beach neighborhood.
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Historic homes with ornate charm
Local Realtors note that condos are a popular housing choice in the area, with unit prices ranging between $500,000 to $700,000. You’ll find these situated in charming historic buildings, like a turn-of-the-century Victorian or a Gilded Age mansion done up in bold stone. Some interiors will look modern, full of neutral tones and finishes like marble counters in the kitchen. Others aim to preserve period-specific features like herringbone hardwood floors, crown moulding details and high ceilings. Once you crest into the $1 million to $2 million price range, you’ll be ready to explore single-owner homes in the neighborhood. Expect to see properties like a mid-19th century cottage-style home, with steep gabled roofs, stucco siding and those picture-perfect finishing details, like scalloped shingles.
A row of condos and homes along the Old Beach neighborhood streets is a classic mix of styles.
Condos in Old Beach are always in demand especially if the scalloped shingles are as nice these.
Newer homes in the Old Beach neighborhood come in typical styles with custom features.
This Victorian home has an elegantly decorated slate roof and full porch in Old Beach.
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Visually stunning schools
Pell Elementary enrolls over 850 students in grades K-4, and was established in 2013 as a replacement for the area’s four aging elementary schools. A new addition was unveiled in 2022, which includes a welcome center and eight classrooms. Frank E. Thompson Middle School enrolls nearly 600 students in grades 5-8, yet maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. The school is also eye catching from a design standpoint: in fact, the classy red brick building received an architecture award in 2003, shortly after reopening. Rogers High enrolls around 650 students in grades 9-12, and earned an overall B from Niche. It has the second oldest JROTC program in the country.
The Claiborne Pell Elementary School in the North End Residential neighborhood is a wonderful new school.
Thompson Middle School has a prominent site on Broadway in the Newport neighborhood next to Newport City Hall.
Rogers High School in Newport has a hub-and-spoke design and is getting a new front building.
Saint Michael's Country Day School in Newport has a good reputation for quality education.
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Pick up sea stars at Easton Beach
Of course, Old Beach wouldn’t be the same without Easton Beach, a sandy stretch popular with surfers. Here you can stroll the Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile trail that takes you past ocean views and local mansions. Save the Bay Aquarium is also on the beach, offering a chance to see local marine life up close. Exhibits are hands-on and interactive, such as the tanks where you can pick up sea stars and dogfish sharks.
Playing on the beach with the dog is an easy walk from the Old Beach neighborhood nearby.
Newport has many parks and Touro Park is adjacent to the Old Beach neighborhood.
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Pistachio sauce at Pasta Beach Newport
For everyday errands, Bellevue Plaza on the south side offers a supermarket and a CVS. There are plenty of dining options around this area, too. Pasta Beach Newport is all about ambiance: inside you’ll find straw lamps and a marble bar overlooking an open kitchen. The menu is full of thoughtful dishes like round noodles topped with pistachio sauce, shrimp and cherry tomato.
Pasta Beach serves pizza and delightful Italian meals in the Old Beach neighborhood.
The A-Market is close to the Old Beach neighborhood and has a wonderful selection.
The A Market is a wonderful grocery store in Newport that is adjacent to Old Beach.
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Busses come in trolley-styled form in Newport and Old Beach has a line along Bellevue Avenue.
Buses on Bellevue
Memorial Boulevard crosses Easton Bay, leading residents to Newport East. Old Beach is a highly walkable grid with plenty of small businesses or establishments to frequent. Buses can be picked up on Bellevue Avenue, which is lined with commercial conveniences.
Bibliophiles love Redwood Library
Cultural attractions are a big part of living in Old Beach. Founded in 1747, the Grecian-inspired Redwood Library and Athenaeum is a bibliophile paradise – and the country’s oldest lending library. The Newport Art Museum is prolific with its offerings, showcasing over 600 contemporary artists annually. One of its gallery buildings is equally captivating from a design standpoint: it’s one of the first American Stick buildings, a predecessor of the ornate Queen Anne genre.
The Redwood Library & Athenæum in the Old Beach neighborhood of Newport was completed in 1750.
The Harrison Room in the Redwood Library & Athenæum remains very much unchanged since 1750.
The Newport Art Museum School in Old Beach has a whimsical outside, and studies inside.
The Newport Art Museum is housed in a Richard Morris Hunt designed house completed in 1864.
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Parks in this Area
Queen Anne Square
Events
Touro Park
Trails
Visitor Center
Aquidneck Park
Tennis
Trails
Playground
J Paul Braga Junior Memorial Field
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Eisenhower Park
Trails
Freebody Park
The Cliff Walk
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
46 min drive
Bus
Bellevue After Downing
Bus
Bellevue & Memorial Blvd (After Freebody)
Bus
Memorial After Eustis
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Beach
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Beach, Newport sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Beach, Newport over the last 12 months is $1,549,834, up 78% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Steps to the beach and the Cliff Walk, this inviting water view Cape is your ocean and beach destination. Charming and solidly built, this home with classic detail, hardwood floors, cozy and gracious spaces has a large living and dining room. Multiple decks enjoy pond and ocean views. The private, beautifully landscaped yard is sited on the coveted first block of Eustis Avenue just across from
Exceptional opportunity to own a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath penthouse in an elegant National Historic Building. Welcome to the majestic Whitestone Estate, designed by the renowned architects McKim, Mead and White. This penthouse is private and peaceful with a south facing covered balcony from which to relax and enjoy serene views and evening sea breezes. Nestled in a premium sought after
Location Location Location! A truly iconic offering The Sunnyside Chateau, a private mansion, nestled in the heart of the renowned Top-of-the-Hill neighborhood. This home was built by famed architect George C. Mason as his personal Gilded Age Mansion. This ideal spot offers fast access to beaches, private education, fitness activities, sailing, culture and dining. This masterpiece has been
The Tews Brother house is available for a Yearly rental starting July 01, 2025! The owner also may entertain different lease terms as long as they are 30 days or longer. Enjoy your stay in this ideally situated house within walking distance of downtown Newport and the famous Bellevue Avenue. This historic home has been meticulously renovated to provide modern amenities with an old charm,
The Tews Brother house is available for a Winter rental starting October 01, 2025 to May 31, 2026! on a monthly basis. The owner also may entertain different lease terms as long as they are 30 days or longer. Enjoy your stay in this ideally situated house within walking distance of downtown Newport and the famous Bellevue Avenue. This historic home has been meticulously renovated to provide
The Tews Brother house is available from September 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025. The owner also may entertain different lease terms of different lengths as long as they are 30 days or longer. Enjoy your Summer vacation in this ideally situated house within walking distance of downtown Newport and the famous Bellevue Avenue. This historic home has been meticulously renovated to provide
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
972
Median Age
53
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,907
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,699
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
College Graduates
67.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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