Beautifully maintained and renovated, this classic shingle-style cottage in the iconic Shoreby Hill neighborhood is perfectly set on a gorgeous landscaped property with stone walls, lush rhododendron, specimen plantings and a garden arbor framed by a pergola and a native stone wall. Looking over the picturesque 74-acre, links-inspired Jamestown Golf Course, the Marsh Meadows Wildlife Preserve, farmland and Narragansett Bay, the house offers panoramic views from its main living areas, master bedroom, back yard and wrap-around porch. A gracious foyer with a 'compass rose' on the floor leads right into a dramatic, two-story vaulted living room with a wood-burning fireplace, windows overlooking the golf course and a french door to the entertainment porch. Family and friends will be drawn to the stylish kitchen featuring quartzite counters, custom cabinetry, a center island and designer appliances and to the delightful dining room, with a gas fireplace and porch access. A handsome study or family room with English-style paneling, a wood-burning fireplace and views is a quiet retreat on the first floor. An en-suite first floor bedroom, two second floor guest bedrooms, a gallery/sitting area, large laundry room and en-suite master with panoramic views and a spa bath featuring a soaking tub and walk-in shower complete the main house. A detached 2-car garage with an outdoor shower has a spacious second floor studio/office/potential guest suite and half bath. A picture perfect property.
LOSE YOUR HEART TO THIS UPPER SHOREBY HILL HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS ACROSS GOLF COURSE, MARSH LAND & BAY. A VERY BRIGHT, CHEERFUL & SPACIOUS 3BED 2BTH RANCH SHOWING AWARD WINNING MANICURED GROUNDS, WRAP DECK & PRIVATE ROAD.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,288
$1,444,400 + $1,620,900
$3,065,300
2024
$17,283 (+1.4%)
$1,094,800 + $1,315,600
$2,410,400
2023
$17,045 (+2.8%)
$1,094,800 + $1,347,200
$2,442,000
2022
$16,581 (+10.7%)
$1,094,800 + $1,347,200
$2,442,000
2021
$14,974 (+13.9%)
$858,800 + $949,600
$1,808,400
2020
$13,149 (+0.2%)
$858,800 + $770,600
$1,629,400
2019
$13,117 (+6.8%)
$858,800 + $770,600
$1,629,400
2018
$12,286 (+2.2%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2017
$12,023 (+0.9%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2016
$11,912 (+7.1%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2015
$11,123 (+1.4%)
$554,900 + $712,000
$1,266,900
2014
$10,970 (+5.1%)
$554,900 + $698,800
$1,253,700
2013
$10,437 (−1.8%)
$554,900 + $637,900
$1,192,800
2012
$10,624
$531,800 + $604,500
$1,136,300
Tax history for 78 Whittier Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,288
$1,444,400 + $1,620,900
$3,065,300
2024
$17,283 (+1.4%)
$1,094,800 + $1,315,600
$2,410,400
2023
$17,045 (+2.8%)
$1,094,800 + $1,347,200
$2,442,000
2022
$16,581 (+10.7%)
$1,094,800 + $1,347,200
$2,442,000
2021
$14,974 (+13.9%)
$858,800 + $949,600
$1,808,400
2020
$13,149 (+0.2%)
$858,800 + $770,600
$1,629,400
2019
$13,117 (+6.8%)
$858,800 + $770,600
$1,629,400
2018
$12,286 (+2.2%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2017
$12,023 (+0.9%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2016
$11,912 (+7.1%)
$614,000 + $774,300
$1,388,300
2015
$11,123 (+1.4%)
$554,900 + $712,000
$1,266,900
2014
$10,970 (+5.1%)
$554,900 + $698,800
$1,253,700
2013
$10,437 (−1.8%)
$554,900 + $637,900
$1,192,800
2012
$10,624
$531,800 + $604,500
$1,136,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.