The Harriet A. Smith House, circa 1890, is a Grand Colonial set behind stone walls on nearly an acre in Rumstick Point. The home offers 4,500+ sf of living space with 7 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, and an integral two-car garage, along with an in-ground pool, gardens, and a brick patio. The property sits minutes from Barrington Beach and town center, in a Blue Ribbon school district, with easy access to Providence, Brown, and area hospitals (50 minutes to Boston).This is a legacy estate offered for the first time in decades. The property is being sold occupied and strictly AS-IS/WHERE-IS, with no access to the interior do not disturb occupants. Trespassing on this property is a criminal offense. Buyer agrees to accept the property as-is, including indemnifying the seller with respect to any occupancy-related title exceptions.
Est. $4,295 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 197 Rumstick Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RIS #1417567
Sep 22, 2026
Sold
$1,166,943
$207/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 10, 2026
Listed
$1,550,000
$275/sq ft
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The Harriet A. Smith House, circa 1890, is a Grand Colonial set behind stone walls on nearly an acre in Rumstick Point. The home offers 4,500+ sf of living space with 7 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, and an integral two-car garage, along with an in-ground pool, gardens, and a brick patio. The property sits minutes from Barrington Beach and town center, in a Blue Ribbon school district, with easy access to Providence, Brown, and area hospitals (50 minutes to Boston). This is a legacy estate offered for the first time in decades. The property is being sold occupied and strictly AS-IS/WHERE-IS, with no access to the interior do not disturb occupants. Trespassing on this property is a criminal offense. Buyer agrees to accept the property as-is, including indemnifying the seller with respect to any occupancy-related title exceptions.
MLS PIN #73548092
Sep 22, 2026
Sold
$1,166,943
$207/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 10, 2026
Listed
$1,550,000
$275/sq ft
RIS #1370042
Oct 16, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 2024
Listed
$1,445,000
$256/sq ft
RIS #1326510
Mar 6, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 2023
Price Changed
$1,400,000
$248/sq ft
Jan 26, 2023
Price Changed
$1,475,000
$262/sq ft
Dec 7, 2022
Listed
$1,550,000
$275/sq ft
RIS #905155
Nov 8, 2016
Price Changed
$439,000
$78/sq ft
Jul 31, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 1999
Listed
$469,000
$83/sq ft
RIS #805895
Jul 9, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 1998
Listed
$469,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$34,469 (+4.0%)
$712,000 + $1,535,000
$2,247,000
2024
$33,143 (+22.9%)
$712,000 + $1,535,000
$2,247,000
2023
$26,958 (+3.3%)
$530,000 + $798,000
$1,328,000
2022
$26,095 (+2.6%)
$530,000 + $798,000
$1,328,000
2021
$25,431 (−3.9%)
$530,000 + $798,000
$1,328,000
2020
$26,459 (+4.0%)
$468,000 + $798,000
$1,266,000
2019
$25,447 (+3.1%)
$468,000 + $798,000
$1,266,000
2018
$24,687 (−2.7%)
$468,000 + $798,000
$1,266,000
2017
$25,370 (+8.4%)
$462,600 + $805,900
$1,268,500
2016
$23,404 (+1.1%)
$462,600 + $805,900
$1,268,500
2015
$23,152 (−13.2%)
$462,700 + $805,900
$1,268,600
2014
$26,678
$728,100 + $729,700
$1,457,800
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
7
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,583
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
321729
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Sep 27, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 5,638
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Pool - Inground
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 5638
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.91
Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Bay, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $34,469
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: MAPQUEST
UnparsedAddress: 197 Rumstick Rd, Barrington RI 02806
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,583
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Bristol County
APN: 321729
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Nayatt School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Barrington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Barrington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Barrington, RI • 02806
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.88M – $2.28M
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