The Fitzpatrick Team at REMAX Results is excited to share the recent closing of 2 Defenders Row, Newport, for $3,950,000, the third-highest condo sale in Rhode Island for 2025. Joe Fitzpatrick and Jeanne Cimaglia proudly represented the seller in this transaction. Perched above Newport Harbor in a private Goat Island community, this residence offers resort-style living just minutes from downtown Newport and marks the third sale in the association this year.

If you’re thinking about a move in 2026, now’s the time to start laying the groundwork. Serious buyers and sellers know that success in real estate often comes down to preparation, and those who start early are the ones ready to act when opportunity strikes.

From coastal hikes to farm visits, pumpkin patches, and waterfront festivals, the Ocean State comes alive with seasonal charm in the fall. Whether you’re a local or planning a visit, here are some of the best things to do in Rhode Island this fall — or so we think!