Listing
$3,100,000
Original list price: $2,950,000
81 Ma••••• Rd (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Barrington, RI 02806
Property Description
Iconic Barrington waterfront living! Historic 81 Mathewson Road boasts a private dock as well as Harbors Association membership which provides a secondary dinghy dock for your fleet! The enchanting full-length front porch lets you savor lazy, sea-breezy days as the boats sail by, while the fenced backyard offers a private sanctuary. Built in 1875, this home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, over 4,000 SF of living space, and an attached 4-car garage. Highlights and upgrades include a custom kitchen with built-in coffee station and architectural details, updated baths, recent roof, newer windows, and brand-new electrical service and main panel. Romance greets you around every corner with 5 distinctive fireplaces, a gracious living room with wood detailing, and twin sets of glass doors providing seamless access to the front porch. Retire to the generous 2nd-floor primary suite with ample storage and a private bath. Family and guests enjoy two additional bedrooms with water views, a hall bath, and a sun-filled sitting area. A spacious bonus room offers endless possibilities. The walkout lower level provides a complete suite with sitting area, a bedroom with lovely natural light, and a full bath, as well as storage and laundry areas. A classic clam-shell drive, stone wall, and fabulous plantings maximize the curb appeal of this storybook New England stunner. Blocks from the East Bay Bike Path and town center, and only 20 minutes to the dining and culture of Providence.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Closed
- Listed
- May 26, 2026
- Sold
- Aug 6, 2026
- List Price
- $2,950,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $747/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 02806
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Stories
- 3
- Garage
- 4 spaces
- Parking
- Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Central Air, Central, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
- Construction
- Dry Wall, Plaster, Shingles, Wood
- HOA Fee
- $10/mo
- Property Tax (2026)
- $29,766/yr
- Assessed Value
- $1,825,000
- Neighborhood
- Rumstick
- County
- Bristol
- School District
- Barrington School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bath w Shower Stall
- Bathroom 2 Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Land Info
- Land Lease: No
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fenced
- Lot Size Acres: 0.3392
- Lot Size Square Feet: 14776
Utilities
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Municipal
Appliances
- Gas Water Heater
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Oven/Range
- Refrigerator
- Trash Compactor
- Washer
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Storage Level: Lower
- Basement Features: Full, Walkout, Partially Finished, Bathroom, Bedroom(s), Common, Laundry, Living Room
- Basement Description: Full
Rental Info
- Lease Assignable: No
- Lease Considered: No
- Lease Renewal Option: No
Home Features
- Other Equipment: Carpeting
Interior Features
- Wall (Dry Wall)
- Wall (Plaster)
- Plumbing (Mixed)
- Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 4
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Parking Total: 10
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas
- Heating Features: Electric, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Central Air, Central, Heat Pump
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 27995
- Source Listing Status: Closed
- County: Bristol
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Neighborhood: Harbor/Waterfront
- Postal City: Barrington
- Subdivision: Harbor/Waterfront
- Zoning: R25
- Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 120
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 10
- Senior Community: No
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 4152
- Year Built: 1875
- Above Grade Finished Area: 4152
- Building Area Total: 4152
- Building Exterior Type: Dry Wall, Plaster, Shingles, Wood
- Construction Materials: Dry Wall, Plaster, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 151
- Building Total Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Historic
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 4152
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck
- Porch
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
- Porch: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Waterfront and Water Access
- Waterfront
- Access
- Dock
- Flood Insurance
- Saltwater Front
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | Sold | $3,100,000 | $747 |
| May 26, 2026 | Listed | $2,950,000 | $711 |
| Dec 10, 2003 | Sold | $1,000,000 | $241 |
Location
Lat 41.73167 · Lng -71.29398