OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2019 for $1.2M

$3,090,793

•

4,623

sq ft

581 West Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 02837

About this home

c.1886 -"an artistic masterpiece of subtle charm". West-facing property looking across the mouth of Sakonnet w/ striking views of open ocean & rolling pastures, sits the iconic "Mill House". An 1800's conversion of an old gristmill, first of its kind, turned into residence of historical importance for its "method of construction & artistic collaboration". The 3-story Mill Tower maintains integrity from yesteryear, featuring artistic plasterwork of the famed American artist, Sydney Burleigh. The Mill has panoramic views of the Atlantic, farmland & to Newport's coast. The 1st floor encompasses an open-floor plan living & large pane windows for taking in magnificent sunsets. The family compound includes a 4 bed/2 bath 1684 sq.ft. summer cottage called the "Dinghy". Gracefully set into the picturesque landscape w/ breathtaking seascape views from every room. Rare opportunity to own this classic retreat as the current family has for over 130 years. Rental $$ Potential

Single-familyProperty Type

1886Year Built

1.18 acresLot Size

$669Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Welchman Real Estate Group • Keller Williams Realty of Newport

Bought with Cherry Arnold • Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72491457

Redfin Estimate

$3,090,793

$1.9M since sold in November 2019$183K since July

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This home's estimate is 6.8% higher than the average sale price ($2.89M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 24, 2025
$2,850,000
A
6 beds2.5 baths2,909 sq ft
125 126 Sakonnet Point Rd, Little Compton, RI 02837
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$7,775,000
B
5 beds2.5 baths2,689 sq ft
8 Taylor's Ln N, Little Compton, RI 02837
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$3,250,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,772 sq ft
47 Kane Ave, Middletown, RI 02842
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$565,750
D
3 beds2 baths2,155 sq ft
138 Willow Ave, Little Compton, RI 02837
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,225,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,864 sq ft
20 Bartlett Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$1,700,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,422 sq ft
79 Peckham Ln, Middletown, RI 02842

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$2,064,297

Est. take-home

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Market trends in 02837, RI

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$847K

$200K MoM

Avg. days on market

45d

4 days MoM

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0 MoM

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Sale history for 581 West Main Rd

Date

Event

Price

RIS #1225880

Nov 15, 2019

Sold

$1,225,000

$265/sq ft

Oct 24, 2019

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2019

Contingent

—

Jun 7, 2019

Listed

$1,495,000

$323/sq ft

+35

The “Mill House” c. 1886 – “an artistic masterpiece of subtle charm”. Settled West-facing across the mouth of Sakonnet River w/ striking views of open ocean & rolling pastures, sits an iconic property known by the locals as the “Mill House”. An 1800’s conversion of an old gristmill, first of its kind, turned into a year round residence of historical importance for its “method of construction & artistic collaboration”. The 3-story octagonal Mill Tower maintains all of the integrity from yesteryear featuring exposed beams, mahogany floors, oversized windows & artistic plasterwork of the famed American artist, Sydney Burleigh. The Tower suite, boasts panoramic views of the Atlantic looking over 150 acres of farmland, where you are able to see the Newport Mansions, the infamous Newport Pell Bridge, the sandy beaches of Sachuest Point. The 1st floor encompasses an open-floor plan living & dining room with a grand fireplace, library, kitchen, as well as deeply inset porches & large pane windows for taking in magnificent sunsets. The family compound includes a 4 bed, 2 bath, 1684 sq. ft. 3-season home, called the “Dinghy”. The Mill & Dinghy are set gracefully into the picturesque landscape and enjoy breathtaking seascape views from every room. A rare opportunity to become a steward of this amazing home, as the current family has been for over 130 years. Nearby Sakonnet Point Beaches. Potential for separate purchase of neighbors abutting land. $$ Rental Income Pot. Buyer to pay LCAT

MLS PIN #72491457

Nov 15, 2019

Sold

$1,225,000

$265/sq ft

Sep 25, 2019

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2019

Contingent

—

May 1, 2019

Listed

$1,495,000

$323/sq ft

RIS #1221690

Jun 6, 2019

Listing Removed

—

May 1, 2019

Listed

$1,495,000

$323/sq ft

RIS #1189385

Dec 20, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Oct 1, 2018

Price Changed

$1,495,000

$323/sq ft

Aug 29, 2018

Price Changed

$1,600,000

$346/sq ft

Jul 6, 2018

Price Changed

$1,700,000

$368/sq ft

May 4, 2018

Listed

$1,800,000

$389/sq ft

RIS #1138754

Oct 31, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Aug 28, 2017

Price Changed

$1,900,000

$411/sq ft

Jun 9, 2017

Price Changed

$2,150,000

$465/sq ft

Apr 11, 2017

Relisted

—

Nov 14, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Oct 7, 2016

Listed

$2,400,000

$519/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,844 (+14.1%)

$1,176,200 + $2,131,500

$3,307,700

2024

$13,892 (+2.4%)

$677,800 + $2,056,800

$2,734,600

2023

$13,564 (+58.3%)

$677,800 + $2,056,800

$2,734,600

2022

$8,568 (+40.2%)

$677,800 + $1,070,700

$1,748,500

2021

$6,112 (−14.8%)

$589,000 + $422,900

$1,011,900

2020

$7,173 (+1.0%)

$589,000 + $608,500

$1,197,500

2019

$7,101 (−4.9%)

$589,000 + $608,500

$1,197,500

2018

$7,463 (+5.1%)

$589,000 + $663,100

$1,252,100

2016

$7,099 (+1.5%)

$589,000 + $663,100

$1,252,100

2015

$6,993 (+2.0%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2014

$6,859 (+3.9%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2013

$6,603 (+8.1%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2012

$6,106

$535,100 + $599,900

$1,135,000

Tax history for 581 West Main Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,844 (+14.1%)

$1,176,200 + $2,131,500

$3,307,700

2024

$13,892 (+2.4%)

$677,800 + $2,056,800

$2,734,600

2023

$13,564 (+58.3%)

$677,800 + $2,056,800

$2,734,600

2022

$8,568 (+40.2%)

$677,800 + $1,070,700

$1,748,500

2021

$6,112 (−14.8%)

$589,000 + $422,900

$1,011,900

2020

$7,173 (+1.0%)

$589,000 + $608,500

$1,197,500

2019

$7,101 (−4.9%)

$589,000 + $608,500

$1,197,500

2018

$7,463 (+5.1%)

$589,000 + $663,100

$1,252,100

2016

$7,099 (+1.5%)

$589,000 + $663,100

$1,252,100

2015

$6,993 (+2.0%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2014

$6,859 (+3.9%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2013

$6,603 (+8.1%)

$535,100 + $681,000

$1,216,100

2012

$6,106

$535,100 + $599,900

$1,135,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.18 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Newport County

APN

536488

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 126
Length: 9
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Third

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First

Family Room Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17

Dining Room Information
Area: 391
Length: 17
Width: 23
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Bulkhead

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 16X10
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 16
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood
Interior Features: Library, Sun Room, 1/4 Bath

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,623
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame, See Remarks
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: natural

Exterior Features
Roof: Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Guest House, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Other Structures: Guest House
Has Waterview
Ocean

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.18
Lot Features: Easements
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Frontage Length: 254
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,462
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: South on West Main Road toward Sakonnet Point - House on right on Sakonnet River Side
UnparsedAddress: 581 West Main Road, Little Compton RI 02837

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Newport County
APN: 536488

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Wilbur & McMahon School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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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 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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$2.94M – $3.56M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
572 West Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1727 Sq. Ft.	$1,068,931
596 West Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3064 Sq. Ft.	$2,109,930

Address	Redfin Estimate
590 West Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 7 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$2,847,428
576 West Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3778 Sq. Ft.	$2,510,236

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