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    491 Thames Street Newport, RI 2840

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    For Sale
    $3,250,000

    High-visibility, renovated mixed-use building with income potential.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Oct 18, 2025
    Days on Market:
    191
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 25 at 6:28 am

    Property Features for 491 Thames Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1850

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    Listing Contact
    James Manson

    Listing agent James Manson

    Listing office Hogan Associates Christie's

    Listing date Oct 18, 2025

    Source Liongatere

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    Overview

    Renovated Mixed-Use Building on Thames

    This renovated mixed-use building, constructed in 1840, offers income potential from three luxury short-term rental suites and two ground-floor retail spaces. The property is situated in the Waterfront Business Zone, a high-traffic area on Lower Thames Street. The suites have been renovated with high-end finishes, private decks, and harbor views. The retail units feature stamped ceilings, ceramic tile flooring, and updated baths. Each 800 sq. ft. unit provides additional income with long-term tenants with annual renewals. The property includes an on-site garage and two additional parking spaces. The suites have maintained Airbnb Superhost status for over three years, with a 4.9-star average, 92% 5-star reviews and over 500 reviews in the past 12 months. This property combines historic charm, operational stability and income potential in Newport's waterfront market.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Short term rental ...

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Pharmacy

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Newport
    County
    Newport
    State
    Rhode Island
    Longitude
    -71.3144311
    Latitude
    41.4796855

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - High-visibility, renovated mixed-use building with income potential.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 491 Thames Street Newport, RI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,250,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High income generation from three luxury short‑term rental suites and two ground‑floor retail spaces.; Prime location in the high‑traffic Waterfront Business Zone on Lower Thames Street.; Proven short‑term rental success with Airbnb Superhost status, high ratings, and numerous positive reviews.
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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