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. $4,421 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
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.
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
$2.57M – $3.11M
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