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Originally Posted by sally0
Upscale and poor. There is no inbetween in Newport. Maybe the Naval Base but that has polluted water. I'd stay away from the base at all costs. they are selling off gov. housing (not cheap either) and it's got polluted water and pests.
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Thanks for the information. I would've never guessed that the area around the Naval Base has polluted water/pests.
I have been down to Newport for two consecutive weekends now. My take on the neighborhoods:
Fifth Ward: Borders Thames Street. Old houses, very few have driveways. Heavily Irish neighborhood.
Yachting Village: Actually the same area as the Fifth Ward, so please read the comments above.
Broadway: The main drag. If you come into Newport through Rt 114, Broadway is the in-town name for the route. Stately newer homes, wider streets, and heavy traffic on Broadway.
Van Zandt: Older homes, some very nicely maintained. Diverse neighborhood, with a historic African American presence.
Kerry Hill: Old homes, most in need of repair. Very close to Washington Square Historic District. Closest to a rundown neighborhood for Newport, although slowly gentrifying. Plus side, a lot of parking spaces and convenience to the 'touristy' bit of Newport.
Bellevue: This neighborhood is actually off of Bellevue Ave (the road with the mansions). Very solidly middle to upper middle class. Well kept homes, easy parking spaces. Just a nice neighborhood. Saw many out of state license plates, so I imagine an affluent residential demographic.
Historic Hill: Not sure about this neighborhood. I did a lot of driving around town but could not seem to locate it.
Thames Street: Highly congested thriving shopping district. Mixed housing many with storefronts and apartments above. Many Navy personnel, tourists, and young professionals seen walking around.
I apologize if I offend anyone with my descriptions. They are primarily based on my experiences during the past few weeks.
I will post a few photos for everyone, as soon as I get a digital camera. I am a bit surprised to see the lack of discussion on Newport, considering that it is the second most important city/town after Providence.
If you have something to add, please do share your thoughts.