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Three-Unit Residential Income Property

32 Houston Avenue Newport, RI 02840

32 Houston Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840
$1,350,000
For Sale
$1,350,000

Three-family home with an updated first-floor three-bedroom unit and two one-bedroom units, with two leases in place.

Property Size2,552 SF
Lot Size0.20 Acres
Price / SF$528
Days on Market14

Property Features for 32 Houston Avenue

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
2,552 SF
Lot size
0.20 Acres
Property subtype
Multifamily

Building Details

Year Built
1880
Listing agency RE/MAX Results
Listed by Tyler Bernadyn
Source Lockandkeyre
Added: Jul 8 Updated: Jul 21 at 4:02AM Checked: Jul 21 at 4:02AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This three-family residence at 32 Houston Avenue in Newport includes an updated first-floor unit with three bedrooms and in-unit laundry, plus two additional one-bedroom units on the second and third floors. Two of the three units are currently leased, providing immediate rental income while still allowing flexibility for future management decisions.

The property sits on an oversized 8,500+ square foot lot, and is located approximately six doors from King Park and near Newport Harbor. A short walk reaches Thames Street and downtown, with nearby access to dining, shops, beaches, NYYC, and Ida Lewis YC.

With the generous lot, the home offers practical off-street parking and room for outdoor improvements. The configuration supports a range of upkeep and future scenario planning consistent with maintaining the property as a multi-family investment.

Key Highlights

  • 1880‑built three‑family home in Newport’s Fifth Ward with an updated first‑floor 3‑bedroom unit and two 1‑bedroom units
  • Oversized 8,500+ sq ft lot with ample off‑street parking and room for outdoor improvements
  • Updated first‑floor unit includes in‑unit laundry

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $65.2k $25.56
− Vacancy −$4.3k −$1.70
EGI $60.9k $23.86
− OpEx −$18.3k −$7.16
NOI $42.6k $16.70
2,552 SF · lease $25.56/SF/yr · vacancy 6.65% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$608.9K
$532.8K – $710.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,624 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.16%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$541.5K
$473.8K – $631.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,907 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.81%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Auto Repair Shop Electrical Service HVAC Service Auto Parts Store Computer & Electronic Repair Daycare Center Storage Facility Carpet & Flooring Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom Plumbing Service

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three-family home with an updated first-floor three-bedroom unit and two one-bedroom units, with two leases in place.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 32 Houston Avenue Newport, RI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,350,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1880‑built three‑family home in Newport’s Fifth Ward with an updated first‑floor 3‑bedroom unit and two 1‑bedroom units; Oversized 8,500+ sq ft lot with ample off‑street parking and room for outdoor improvements; Updated first‑floor unit includes in‑unit laundry
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