12 Mount Vernon St Unit 5 Newport, RI 02840
Kay-Catherine NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,010/month
Highlights
- Marina
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 3-minute walk to Eisenhower Park
About This Home
Penthouse Condo living in Newport! Discover new experiences and fun all year long just a stone's throw from fabulous downtown marinas, fine dining, cafes, the Jane Pickens Theater, and the delights of Broadway and Thames Street. This character-filled, 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit is in a 19th century Greek Revival-style building in the Historic Hill / Touro section of Newport. Included on the National Register of Historic Places, the circa-1845 Alfred Smith House was the home of the developer of famed Bellevue Avenue. The unit features fine details of the period, such as original wide-plank hardwood floors, and over 1,400+ sq.ft. of living space. You'll also enjoy rare views of Fort Adams, the Trinity Church steeple, and seasonal sights of the majestic Newport Bridge towering over the sea. Newport provides world-renowned boating, swimming, and recreation. From Castle Hill Beach to the Newport Polo Club, a tradition of luxury and leisure continues. You'll be a short drive from King Park as well as the bridge to Jamestown and Narragansett beyond for even more glittering coastal living. Storage unit, 1 parking spot included.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, September 13, 202512:00 to 1:30 pm9/13/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:009/13/2025 1:30:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,993
Year Built
- Built in 1845
HOA Fees
- $546 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 3rd floor
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Siding
- Clapboard
- Plaster
Interior Spaces
- 1,426 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Utility Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- No Garage
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 169
- Assessor Parcel Number 12MT.VERNONST5NEWP
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, laundry, ground maintenance, parking, snow removal
- 5 Units
- Historic Hill / Kay / Touro Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
- Restaurant
- Public Transportation
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Marina
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,974 | $570,100 | $0 | $570,100 |
2023 | $3,685 | $371,500 | $0 | $371,500 |
2022 | $3,570 | $371,500 | $0 | $371,500 |
2021 | $3,466 | $371,500 | $0 | $371,500 |
2020 | $2,449 | $238,200 | $0 | $238,200 |
2019 | $2,449 | $238,200 | $0 | $238,200 |
2018 | $2,380 | $238,200 | $0 | $238,200 |
2017 | $3,320 | $296,200 | $0 | $296,200 |
2016 | $5,651 | $517,000 | $0 | $517,000 |
2015 | $6,126 | $574,100 | $0 | $574,100 |
2014 | $5,747 | $476,500 | $0 | $476,500 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Price Changed | $795,000 | -9.6% | $558 / Sq Ft |
03/18/2025 03/18/25 | For Sale | $879,000 | +254.4% | $616 / Sq Ft |
11/07/2016 11/07/16 | Sold | $248,000 | -13.0% | $174 / Sq Ft |
10/08/2016 10/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/06/2016 05/06/16 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $200 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $824,800 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $112,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $150,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Closed | $235,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $145,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $109,595 | No Value Available |
Source: State-Wide MLS
MLS Number: 1380222

APN: NEWP-000021-000169-000005
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