$9,800 /month

42 Kay St, Newport, RI 02840

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What This House Offers

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

Unit

$9,800 / month
2 Beds
2 Baths
1237 sq. ft.
Available Jul 1

Home Features

Furnished
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Skylights

Community Features

Utilities Included

42 Kay St is located in Newport, Rhode Island in the 02840 zip code.

Rental Fees and Pet Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Move-In

Security Deposit - Refundable
$3,000

Home Details

Home Design

Built in 1900
Wood Siding
Clapboard
Plaster
Entry on the 5th floor

Interior Spaces

Cathedral Ceiling
Furnished
Thermal Windows
Skylights
1237 Sq Ft Home
3-Story Property

Kitchen

Range
Oven

Flooring

Wood
Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1.5 Bathrooms
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
2 Bedrooms

Laundry

Laundry Room
Dryer
Washer

Basement

Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Unfinished Basement

Parking

1 Car Detached Garage
Assigned Parking

Location

Property near a hospital

Utilities

Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
Forced Air Heating System
Heating System Uses Gas
Water Heater
Public Water Source
Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 2026-07-01
Month-to-Month Lease Term
Assessor Parcel Number 42KAYST5NEWP

Community Details

Overview

5 Units
No Home Owners Association
Kay Catherine Subdivision

Amenities

Shops
Restaurant

Recreation

Marina
Golf Course Community
Community Pool
Tennis Courts
Recreation Facilities

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Explore Commute Options

Destination Address

Drive Time
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Bike Ride Time
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Get In Touch

Property Address:

42 Kay St,
Newport, RI 02840

Listed by

Alpern & Mesenbourg Group | Keller Williams Coastal

Phone Number: (401) 324-9841

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Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ^®

Very Walkable88 / 100

Transit Score ^®

Some Transit38 / 100

Bike Score ^®

Bikeable65 / 100

Soundscore ^™

Active79 / 100

Travel and Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

45 min Drive

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Pell Elementary School

Grades PK-4

Public

Frank E. Thompson Middle

Grades 5-8

Public

St Michaels Country Day School

Grades PK-8

Private

Rogers High School

Grades 9-12

Public

St George's School

Grades 9-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (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)

Discover Newport, Newport, RI

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 42 Kay St proximity to Long Wharf Mall, Brick Market Place, and Bowen's Wharf. Long Wharf Mall is 0.6 miles away, and Brick Market Place is within an 11 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 38, 42 Kay St has some transit, including 5 transit stops within 38 miles. Transit options include Wickford Junction and Kingston Amtrak Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 42 Kay St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4 miles, including Old Colony and Newport Scenic Railroad, Krupowicz Planetarium, and Fort Adams State Park.