
98 Kay St, Newport, RI 02840
What This Apartment Offers
Step into a piece of Newport’s history with this beautifully restored 19th-century carriage house,built in the late 1800s by the great-grandfather of the... present owner and cherished through four generations of family ownership. Located in the heart of the historic Kay Street neighborhood,this 1-bedroom,1-bathroom gem blends timeless elegance with modern amenities. The carriage house once served as the home of Newport’s first transportation company,providing carriage service from the Wharf to the hotels on Bellevue Avenue,adding a unique legacy to this charming residence. Fully furnished and welcoming to a variety of renters,this property offers an unparalleled living experience just steps from Bellevue Avenue’s Gilded Age mansions,downtown Newport’s vibrant shops,and the iconic Cliff Walk. There's the option to remove some furniture to add your own. Rent includes water,sewer,5'x8' additional secure storage,and 1 off-street parking spot. Kay Street provides convenient non-permit parking options as well. Pets are negotiable. Available as a yearly or longer term.
Unit Carriage House
- $2,600 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 573 sq. ft.
- Available Nov 1
Apartment Features
- Furnished
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
Community Features
- Utilities Included
98 Kay St Unit Carriage House is an apartment community
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1920
- Wood Siding
- Masonry
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Furnished
- Thermal Windows
- 573 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Oven
Flooring
- Vinyl Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- No Garage
- Assigned Parking
- 1 Parking Space
Outdoor Features
- Walking Distance to Water
Lot Details
- Corner Lot
Location
- Property near a hospital
Utilities
- Air Filtration System
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating Available
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2025-11-01
- Month-to-Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 98KAYSTCarriageHouseNEWP
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Kay Street Subdivision
Amenities
- Public Transportation
- Shops
- Restaurant
Recreation
- Marina
- Tennis Courts
- Recreation Facilities
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable75 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit36 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable57 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Rhode Island, Newport
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
Salve Regina University
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
Rhode Island, Narragansett
Drive: 21 min (12.2 mi)
Roger Williams University
Drive: 26 min (12.4 mi)
Discover Newport, Newport, RI
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 98 Kay St Unit Carriage House proximity to Long Wharf Mall, Brick Market Place, and Bannister's Wharf. Long Wharf Mall is 1 mile away, and Brick Market Place is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 36, 98 Kay St Unit Carriage House has some transit, including 5 transit stops within 38.3 miles. Transit options include Wickford Junction and Kingston Amtrak Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 98 Kay St Unit Carriage House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Old Colony and Newport Scenic Railroad, Krupowicz Planetarium, and Norman Bird Sanctuary.
Airports
Living in Newport provides easy access to Rhode Island Tf Green International, located just 45 minutes from 98 Kay St Unit Carriage House.
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