Welcome to a wonderful, vintage, classic Cape in desirable Barrington! Located in the Hamden Meadows section of Town, this home is set far back off the road for a truly secluded feel on over 25,000 square feet of land. Once inside, you will find a bright living room with wonderful built-ins and wood burning stove to curl up to on cold nights. Cook with ease in the kitchen with center island, corner built-ins, picture frame wood flooring and French doors leading to a large bonus room perfect to watch the big game. Also featuring an ample sized dining room for holiday meals and entertaining. This home boasts beautiful wood flooring and large two-car garage. Walk to Sowam’s Elementary School and Hampden Meadows School. A rare find in Barrington to call home!
Welcome to a wonderful, vintage, classic Cape in desirable Barrington! Located in the Hamden Meadows section of Town, this home is set far back off the road for a truly secluded feel on over 25,000 square feet of land. Once inside, you will find a bright living room with wonderful built-ins and wood burning stove to curl up to on cold nights. Cook with ease in the kitchen with center island, corner built-ins, picture frame wood flooring and French doors leading to a large bonus room perfect to watch the big game with friends and family. Also featuring an ample sized dining room for holiday meals and entertaining. This home boasts beautiful wood flooring and large two-car garage. Walk to Sowam's Elementary School and Hampden Meadows School. A rare find in Barrington to call home!
MLS PIN #72927518
Dec 29, 2021
Sold
$535,000
$323/sq ft
Dec 13, 2021
Listed
$515,000
$311/sq ft
RIS #1003009
Dec 19, 2013
Price Changed
$299,900
$181/sq ft
Jun 28, 2012
Sold
$280,000
$169/sq ft
Apr 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2011
Listed
$329,000
$198/sq ft
+15
Wonderful vintage 1930's cape, tall ceilings, wood floors throughout, original interior details/doors/hardware/beadboard, good floorplan, good closets, pretty setting, established trees/plantings,
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,590 (+4.0%)
$328,000 + $232,000
$560,000
2024
$8,260 (+3.0%)
$328,000 + $232,000
$560,000
2023
$8,019 (+3.3%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2022
$7,762 (+2.6%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2021
$7,564 (+4.6%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2020
$7,231 (+4.0%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2019
$6,955 (+3.1%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2018
$6,747 (−1.2%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2017
$6,830 (+8.4%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2016
$6,301 (+1.1%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2015
$6,232 (+12.4%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2014
$5,545
$175,900 + $127,100
$303,000
Tax history for 249 Sowams Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,590 (+4.0%)
$328,000 + $232,000
$560,000
2024
$8,260 (+3.0%)
$328,000 + $232,000
$560,000
2023
$8,019 (+3.3%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2022
$7,762 (+2.6%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2021
$7,564 (+4.6%)
$205,000 + $190,000
$395,000
2020
$7,231 (+4.0%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2019
$6,955 (+3.1%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2018
$6,747 (−1.2%)
$177,000 + $169,000
$346,000
2017
$6,830 (+8.4%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2016
$6,301 (+1.1%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2015
$6,232 (+12.4%)
$175,900 + $165,600
$341,500
2014
$5,545
$175,900 + $127,100
$303,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,658
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
624932
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
UnparsedAddress: 249 Sowams Rd, Barrington RI 02806
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,658
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Bristol County
APN: 624932
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Hampden Meadows School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Barrington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
Barrington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Historical weather
Barrington, RI • 02806
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$709,000 – $859,000
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