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23 Butler St, Newport, RI, 02840

4beds
3baths
1,744sqft
$849,000
$487price/sqft
$5,570/moest. monthly cost
$222,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Excellent one-level duplex investment property in a convenient Rhode Island location, offering two spacious residential units, strong rental income, ample parking, and future expansion potential. Unit A features 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, while Unit B offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Both units have desirable features including fireplaces, hardwood floors, large kitchens, and comfortable single-level living. Current rents are $2,500 per month for Unit A and $2,000 per month for Unit B, producing $4,500 per month or $54,000 annually in gross rental income. There may be additional rental upside with cosmetic improvements and updates. An excellent opportunity for an owner-occupied duplex, multifamily investment property, or year-round rental. Conveniently located near the Naval Station Newport, downtown Newport, local beaches and waterfront access, making this an attractive option for military personnel, professionals, commuters, and long-term renters seeking proximity to Newport and Narragansett Bay.

Getting Around

65
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
36
TransitSome Transit
58
BikeBikeable

Schools

4/10
Rogers High SchoolGrades 9-122.3 mi
4/10
Pell Elementary SchoolGrades PK-40.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1981

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Construction materials: Dry Wall,Brick,Shingles

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Dishwasher,Oven/Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: In Building

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished

Bathroom

  • Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Tub & Shower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Wall (Dry Wall),Plumbing (Mixed),Insulation (Unknown)
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Brick,Insert
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Baseboard
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,744
  • Total interior livable area: 1,744 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: One Level

Details

  • Parcel number: NEWPM009B0059
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning: r10
  • Foundation area: 1456

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Waterfront features: Walk To Water

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,453 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: No Garage

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Rhode Island Counties

Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,293$51,516
Home Insurance *$284$3,408
Property Taxes $604$7,248
Electricity $389$4,675
Total$5,570$66,840
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$190,971/yr
40% on housing$167,100/yr
45% on housing$148,533/yr

Rhode Island FAIR Plan Programs

Rhode Island Joint Reinsurance Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 16,029Commercial: 109
Total Premiums$36.73M
Total Exposure$6.14B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.3%
6.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.7%
6.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.7%
-1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$487This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02840$746
Newport County$548

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02840$651
Newport County$380

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-05Price change$820,000
2026-06-23Listed for sale$849,000
2025-02-18Listing removed$2,500
2025-02-01Listed for rent$2,500
2023-10-02Listing removed--
2023-09-29Listed for rent$2,500
2022-12-27Listing removed--
2022-12-11Listed for rent$2,500
1994-02-11Sold$113,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentFrances Bidell
BrokerageFlagship Real Estate Advisors

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