On the Market: The last weekend in August brings opportunity across Newport County (Aug. 29 - 30)

We are closing out August with Labor Day Weekend around the corner, and while many people are focused on squeezing in one or two last summer weekends, there is still plenty happening in the Newport County real estate market.

Saturday carries the heavier open house schedule this weekend, with opportunities across Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth and Tiverton. Sunday is a little lighter, but there are still plenty of properties worth exploring across a wide range of price points. For buyers, I actually think this is a great time to pay attention. We are moving into a much more balanced market, which is welcomed by consumers.

Late August typically brings a natural slowdown as families travel, enjoy the final weeks of summer and prepare for the school year. That doesn’t mean demand disappears. It simply means there can be fewer people competing for attention, and buyers who stay engaged may have an opportunity to take a more measured look at what is available.

The latest MLS-based Newport County data for single-family homes and condominiums showed a median sales price of $828,000 during the second quarter of 2026, up 11% from the same period last year. Properties averaged 47 days on market during that period. Those numbers are a good reminder that Newport County remains a valuable and competitive market, but it is also taking buyers longer to make decisions and sellers need to be thoughtful about how they position their homes.

The broader Rhode Island market is showing a similar dynamic. Inventory has improved from the exceptionally tight conditions of recent years, but statewide supply remains well below what would traditionally be considered a balanced market.

My advice for buyers is not to wait for the “perfect” market. Use weekends like this to learn it. Tour homes in different towns and price ranges. Pay attention to condition, location, layout and how long properties have been available. That experience becomes incredibly valuable when the right house eventually comes along.

For sellers, preparation should start well before the sign goes in the yard. I am currently working with several homeowners who are considering or preparing for a sale before the end of 2026, and my recommendation is always to start the conversation early. Pricing strategy, repairs, presentation, photography, timing and how a property is introduced to the market can all have a meaningful impact on the result.

There is no obligation associated with having that conversation. Sometimes the best advice is to sell now. Sometimes it is to make a few improvements and wait. Sometimes it is not to sell at all. My job is to understand what you are trying to accomplish and help you build the right strategy around it.

I am actively welcoming new clients heading into the fall market. If you’re considering buying, selling, investing, or simply want an informed assessment of your property and your options, I would be happy to sit down and talk through it with you.

For more information on any of this weekend’s listings or to schedule a private real estate consultation, contact me directly at 401-241-1851 or TylerB@resultswithremax.com.

In the meantime, here’s a look at what’s On the Market this weekend across Newport County.

Saturday, August 29 Open Houses

Jamestown

31 Wright Lane | 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath, $2,695,000
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10 Boston Avenue | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, $945,000
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Little Compton

255 John Dyer Road | 3 Bed, 2 Bath, $749,900
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Middletown

20 Wood Road | 3 Bed, 1 Bath, $565,000
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
32 JH Dwyer Drive | 4 Bed, 3 Bath, $1,299,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
157 Ellery Avenue | 5 Bed, 3 Full, 2 Half Bath, $2,895,000
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
222 Peckham Avenue | 2 Bed, 1 Bath, $849,000
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
283 West Main Road | 4 Bed, 1 Full, 2 Half Bath, $499,900
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Newport

40 Atlantic Street | 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, $1,475,000
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
66 Girard Avenue #223 (Condo) | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath, $349,000
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
83 Malbone Road | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath, $849,900
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
5 Ellwood Place | 5 Bed, 2 Bath, $869,000
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
21 Russell Avenue | 4 Bed, 2 Bath, $995,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
127 Harrison Avenue #2 (Condo) | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, $3,499,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
126 Second Street | 3 Bed, 3 Bath, $1,150,000
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Portsmouth

62 Cornell Drive (Condo) | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, $699,900
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
326 Windstone Drive | 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, $1,414,000
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
12 Atlantic Avenue | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $450,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
169 Ferry Landing Circle (Condo) | 1 Bed, 2.5 Bath, $825,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Tiverton

25 Lark Lane | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, $299,000
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
9 Mockingbird Lane | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, $320,000
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
51 W Ridge Drive | 4 Bed, 3 Bath, $1,395,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
19 Sawdy Pond Avenue | 4 Bed, 2 Bath, $599,000
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Sunday, August 30 Open Houses | Newport County

Little Compton

255 John Dyer Road | 3 Bed, 2 Bath, $749,900
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Middletown

57 Tuckerman Avenue | 4 Bed, 3 Full, 2 Half Bath, $4,795,000
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
118 Newport Avenue | 6 Bed, 6 Full, 2 Half Bath, $2,989,000
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
18 Continental Drive | 3 Bed, 3 Bath, $699,900
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
222 Peckham Avenue | 2 Bed, 1 Bath, $849,000
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
278 Green End Avenue | 4 Bed, 2 Bath, $690,900
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
2 Stone Bridge Drive | 3 Bed, 3.5 Bath, $2,900,000
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Newport