Fourteen homes traded hands across Newport County last week, according to data retrieved Saturday night from the statewide MLS. No sales were posted in Little Compton or Newport. It was also a particularly busy and rewarding week for me and my clients, with three transactions that each represented a different side of our local market. […]
Tyler Bernadyn
Tyler Bernadyn is a licensed real estate broker, partner at REMAX Results, and the 2026 President of the Newport County Board of REALTORS. He is known for a thoughtful, consultative approach rooted in local knowledge and a strong connection to the community. Tyler’s business is built primarily through referrals, with a focus on guiding clients through each step of the real estate process with confidence, communication, and care.
In 2025, Tyler was recognized as the top-producing REMAX agent in Rhode Island and is a member of the REMAX Torchbearers (Top 40 under 40) and Hall of Fame.
A lifelong Rhode Islander and Providence College graduate, Tyler lives in Newport with his fiancé, Bethany, and their dogs, Red and Freya. He serves on the boards of Newport Mental Health and Lobby Muddy Fest and is a weekly contributor to WhatsUpNewp. Outside of work, he enjoys being on the water, golfing, cooking, and spending time with friends.
Tyler can be reached directly at 401-241-1851 or TylerB@resultswithremax.com.
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On the Market: The start of the fall real estate season is here (Sept. 12 – 13)
With Labor Day behind us, the fall real estate market is officially underway across Newport County. The market continues to move toward a more balanced environment, and that means strategy matters more than it did a few years ago. Buyers have more choices, different perceptions of value, and varying levels of risk tolerance when it […]
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What Sold: Newport County Real Estate Market finding more balance heading into September
The first week of September brought 20 closed sales across Newport County, and as we move out of summer, I think we are getting a clearer picture of what this market looks like heading into fall. We are moving toward a more balanced environment than we have experienced over the last five or six years. […]
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Home of the Week: A move-in-ready, first-floor, 2-bedroom condo in Newport under $500K
For this week’s Home of the Week, we’re heading to 125 Van Zandt Avenue #201, a move-in-ready, first-floor condo at Pier Landing that offers something increasingly difficult to find in Newport: two bedrooms, outdoor space, off-street parking, central air, single-level living, and an incredibly convenient location for under $500,000. There is a lot to like […]
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What Sold: Newport County real estate market finds more balance as August comes to a close (August 24 – 28)
The final week of August saw 14 homes trade hands across Newport County, but the bigger story right now is what the market is telling us as summer winds down and we head toward fall. The latest available July data from RI MLS puts the median sale price in Newport County at approximately $740,000, with […]
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Sip & Guzzle wraps up two-day residency at The Vanderbilt
NEWPORT, RI – One of the best bars in the world brought its cocktails to one of Newport’s best rooftops this week. New York City’s Sip & Guzzle wrapped up a two-day rooftop residency at The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection, bringing a taste of the Greenwich Village cocktail destination to Mary Street for a late-summer collaboration […]
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Sailed away on the Block Island Ferry
There is something about Block Island that makes life slow down. I wrote this editorial from the front porch of our rental house for the week, coffee in hand. I have a sincere appreciation for this little escape from our everyday life in Newport. Newport is home and I never take for granted that I […]
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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, […]
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Home of the Week: 481 Oliphant Lane offers space, location and rental potential in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN, RI – If you were to put a pin in the middle of Aquidneck Island, 481 Oliphant Lane would not be far from it. New to the market today, this five-bedroom, two-bath Colonial sits on a half-acre lot in one of the more convenient locations on Aquidneck Island. With plenty of space, a valid […]
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What Sold: 21 Newport County homes close as the late-summer real estate market takes shape (Aug. 17 – 21)
Twenty-one homes changed hands across Newport County last week, with sales throughout Jamestown (1), Newport (9), Portsmouth (5), and Tiverton (6). Newport accounted for a significant share of the week’s activity, including several sales above $1 million and three transactions that surpassed $2.8 million. After a great week on Block Island with my family, I […]
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What Sold: A look at 17 homes that changed hands last week in Newport County (Aug. 10 – 14)
Seventeen properties changed hands across Newport County last week. The highlight of the week was the $4,500,000 sale of the Samuel Durfee House at 352 Spring Street in Newport, marking the highest multi-family sale in Newport year-to-date and the largest multi-family transaction in the city since 2022. The sale was a particularly meaningful one for […]
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On the Market: Late summer brings opportunity across Newport County
We are heading into another summer weekend in Newport County, and the open house schedule is decidedly Saturday-heavy, with dozens of properties available to tour across the area and a lighter schedule on Sunday. That timing creates a good opportunity for buyers. Mid-to-late August is traditionally a bit of a lull in our local market […]
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What Sold: A look at 22 homes that traded last week in Newport County (Aug. 3 – 7)
Twenty-two homes sold across Newport County last week. As we move into the middle of August, the market is entering one of those seasonal stretches where activity can feel a little uneven or even, quiet, but that can create opportunity for buyers who are paying attention. One of last week’s closings was especially meaningful. Congratulations […]
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On the Market: A look at every Open House in Newport County this weekend (Aug. 8 – 9)
If you’ve been following the local real estate market this summer, you’ve probably noticed things have settled into a more familiar rhythm. That’s typical for this time of year. August is often a bit of a lull as families squeeze in vacations, spend time on the water or at the beach, and make the most […]
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What Sold: A look at 24 homes that sold to round out July (July 27-31)
Twenty-four properties changed hands across Newport County last week, closing out the month of July with a strong finish. Historically, the end of each month brings an uptick in recorded sales and July was no exception. Buyers often aim to settle before the start of a new month, while agents, lenders, and attorneys work diligently […]
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On the Market: Jazz Fest weekend brings a full slate of open houses across Newport County (August 1 – 2)
August has arrived, and there’s no better way to kick off the month than with one of Newport’s signature weekends. As the Newport Jazz Festival returns to Fort Adams, thousands of visitors will once again experience everything that makes this community such a special place to live. It’s also shaping up to be one of […]
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What Sold: A look at 12 homes that changed hands last week in Newport County (July 20 – 24)
Last week, I had the opportunity to spend a few days in Colorado at the REMAX Torchbearers Conference, an annual gathering of some of the top REMAX agents under 40 years old from across the United States. It was an incredible opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and learn from some of the best professionals in […]
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What Sold: A look at 13 recent trades across Newport County (July 13 – 17)
Thirteen properties changed hands across Newport County last week, representing another week of activity across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton. While inventory remains below where many buyers would like it to be, we are beginning to see more consistent movement in the marketplace, a trend that I hope continues as we move through the […]
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Lobby Muddy Fest returns for year seven, celebrating community and more than $100,000 raised for mental health
What started as a casual Sunday tradition among friends has grown into one of Newport’s most anticipated summer fundraisers. Seven years ago, a group of friends would gather at O’Brien’s Pub after the weekend to enjoy lobster rolls, mudslides, and good conversation. Those afternoons sparked an idea: what if they could turn that tradition into […]
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Home of the Week: 33 Nicholson Crescent, A Hallmark-worthy Cape just two miles from the beach
Set just two miles from the beach, 33 Nicholson Crescent is the kind of home that feels like it belongs in a Hallmark movie. Completely renovated and expanded in 2024, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom mid-century Cape blends classic New England character with the improvements today’s buyers value most. Original hardwood floors, rounded archways, and intentionally defined […]
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What Sold: A look at 17 recent sales in Newport County (July 6-10)
We are entering the third week of July, and after a slower start to the month with the holiday weekend, it feels like the market is beginning to regain some momentum. Last week, 17 properties changed hands across Newport County, highlighted by the $6,000,000 sale of 205 Indian Avenue in Portsmouth. While luxury sales continue […]
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On the Market: A look at every Open House happening in Newport County this weekend (July 11-12)
If you’ve been following the local real estate market over the last few months, you’ve probably noticed a slight shift and a sign that the local market is changing. While Newport County remains one of the most highly desirable places to live and invest, the market is beginning to look much more balanced than it […]
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At Jo’s American Bistro, it’s the people who continue to define the experience
Restaurants inevitably evolve. Owners retire, chefs come and go, menus change, and dining trends shift with the times. In a community like Newport, where people form deep connections with local businesses, change can sometimes be met with hesitation. That’s understandable. Many of us have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, and life’s milestones around the same tables for […]
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Three storylines that will define Rhode Island’s housing market this summer
Every week, I have conversations with buyers, sellers, investors, lenders, attorneys, and fellow brokers across Rhode Island. While no one has a crystal ball, a few themes continue to surface that I believe will define our housing market this summer.Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. alongside fellow members of […]
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The Samuel Durfee House offered for sale after nearly three decades of stewardship
One of Newport’s historic inns and a Doris Duke Historic Preservation Award-winning property is entering a new chapter. After more than 28 years of stewardship, the Samuel Durfee House, a storied hospitality property in Newport’s Yachting Village, is for sale. The offering includes three distinct buildings at 352 Spring Street and 9 Bowery Court, representing […]