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$9,800 / Month

42 Kay St

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Newport, RI 02840

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Square Feet

    1,237 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Jul 1

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Community Pool
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About This Home

$3,000 deposit, Available Jul 1

Historic Kay-Catherine area – 2-bedroom,3-bed charmer – minutes from everything! A third-floor,2-bedroom,3-bed,1.5-bath nautical condo in an unbeatable Newport location—steps from iconic Bellevue Avenue,the vibrant Broadway district,and minutes from Thames Street! This wayfarer's retreat showcases original hardwood floors,six skylights,a dedicated parking space,and three bikes. The layout includes a spacious living room with canted ceilings,a bright sunroom with views of the Newport Pell Bridge,a galley kitchen,and a dining table for six. Two separate entrances and shared outdoor space with a BBQ complete the home. My sister and I bought this condo five years ago and have loved every minute here! Our neighborhood is magical—filled with the best people and close to everything. With the USA 250th anniversary on July 4th,Newport will be in full celebration mode! Jane Pickens Theatre,music,shopping,Nitro Brew,and top-rated restaurants are all a short walk to Broadway. Thames Street is just 15 minutes away. Grab the Water Taxi at Perotti Park for Fort Adams or the Block Island/Jamestown Ferries for day trips (bikes welcome). Walk 5 minutes to the Viking Hotel for the free hop-on/off shuttle to the mansions,local beaches,the Tennis Center,and more—the driver can drop you back at our condo. We hope you enjoy our home! MLS ID 1405268

42 Kay St is a house located in Newport County and the 02840 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Newport School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1900

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1.5 Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile

Home Design

Wood Siding Clapboard Plaster Entry on the 5th floor

Interior Spaces

Cathedral Ceiling Furnished Thermal Windows Skylights 1,237 Sq Ft Home 3-Story Property

Kitchen

Range Oven

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 7/1/26 Month-to-Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 42KAYST5NEWP

Location

Property near a hospital

Parking

1 Car Detached Garage Assigned Parking

Unfinished Basement

Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Utilities

Ductless Heating Or Cooling System Forced Air Heating System Heating System Uses Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Amenities

Shops Restaurant

Overview

5 Units No Home Owners Association Kay Catherine Subdivision

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Marina Golf Course Community Community Pool Tennis Courts Recreation Facilities

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $3,000

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Heat
  • Air Conditioning

Property Information

  • Furnished Units Available

Contact

  • Listed by Alpern & Mesenbourg Group | Keller Williams Coastal
  • Phone Number
  • Contact
  • Source
    State Wide MLS of Rhode Island, Inc.
Copyright © 2026 State Wide MLS of Rhode Island, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Location Get Directions
City - Newport

Welcome to Newport, Rhode Island, where historic charm meets coastal elegance. As the "Sailing Capital of the World," Newport combines rich maritime heritage with modern coastal living. The rental market reflects the city's desirability, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,561, two-bedrooms at $1,953, and three-bedrooms at $2,057, showing year-over-year increases between 4.4% and 7.4%. Housing options include downtown apartments in preserved colonial buildings and waterfront residences overlooking the Atlantic.

Newport's waterfront defines daily life here. The Cliff Walk, stretching 3.5 miles along the shoreline, offers residents sweeping ocean views and glimpses of the city's magnificent Gilded Age mansions. Thames Street forms the heart of downtown, while The Point neighborhood showcases colonial-era architecture and tree-lined streets. Easton's Beach and Fort Adams State Park provide year-round recreation, with the park hosting the celebrated Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals.

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Amenities
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Skylights
  • Furnished
Expenses
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Heat, Air Conditioning Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Salve Regina University
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
C.C. of Rhode Island, Newport
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Rhode Island, Narragansett
Drive: 21 min 11.9 mi
Roger Williams University
Drive: 27 min 12.7 mi
42 Kay St is within 5 minutes or 1.7 miles from Salve Regina University. It is also near C.C. of Rhode Island, Newport and Rhode Island, Narragansett.
Schools
Frank E. Thompson Middle
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
516 Students
Attendance Zone
Pell Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
716 Students
Attendance Zone
Rogers High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
633 Students
Attendance Zone
St Michaels Country Day School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
204 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

42 Kay St is near Rhode Island Tf Green International, located 28.5 miles or 45 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Wickford Junction
Drive: 23 min 14.4 mi
Kingston Amtrak Station
Drive: 36 min 18.8 mi
Tf Green Airport
Drive: 40 min 26.7 mi
Providence
Drive: 50 min 34.2 mi
Pawtucket/Central Falls
Drive: 55 min 38.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Rhode Island Tf Green International
 Drive: 45 min 28.5 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 42 Kay St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Long Wharf Mall
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Brick Market Place
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Bowen's Wharf
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
42 Kay St has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Old Colony and Newport Scenic Railroad
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Krupowicz Planetarium
 Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Fort Adams State Park
 Drive: 10 min 3.5 mi
Brenton Point State Park
 Drive: 9 min 3.6 mi
Norman Bird Sanctuary
 Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
42 Kay St has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including Old Colony and Newport Scenic Railroad, Krupowicz Planetarium, and Fort Adams State Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Newport Hospital
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
42 Kay St is 0.6 mile and a 11 minute walk from Newport Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Rhode Island National Gaurd
Drive: 30 min 17.0 mi
42 Kay St is 17.0 miles and a 30 minute drive from Rhode Island National Gaurd.

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