278 New Meadow Rd

2,110 Sq. Ft.
$315 / Sq. Ft.
2,110
Sq. Ft.
$315
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Cape exudes warmth and character while offering comfort, convenience and custom details throughout! The gracious living room welcomes you with a center fireplace and built-in bookshelves while the nearby kitchen boasts newer stainless steel appliances, an island for quick bites or casual dining and a separate dining area for larger gatherings with family and friends while overlooking the nearly half acre of land, with access to the patio @ large fenced yard to enjoy in warmer months. The...Charming Cape exudes warmth and character while offering comfort, convenience and custom details throughout! The gracious living room welcomes you with a center fireplace and built-in bookshelves while the nearby kitchen boasts newer stainless steel appliances, an island for quick bites or casual dining and a separate dining area for larger gatherings with family and friends while overlooking the nearly half acre of land, with access to the patio @ large fenced yard to enjoy in warmer months. The main level also has the primary bedroom running front to back with 3 closets! Completing this level, is an updated full bath and sunroom (unheated) connecting the kitchen to the 2 car garage which could be redesigned as a mud room! The second level offers 2 large bedrooms with walk in closets and a second full bath, while the lower level has a finished (heated) rec room with a second fireplace....offering a great flex space! This property has been beautifully maintained with many updates including a whole house generator, a 6 month old roof, newer garage doors, fresh paint and walkway to patio! It is just under a half an acre and is within walking distance to Barrington's award winning Blue Ribbon schools ... Sowams School (K-3) and Hampden Meadows School (4-5) and centrally located between the Barrington Town Center, Seekonk's Route 6 shopping and Warren's quaint antique shops and waterfront restaurants! Move into this beautiful home and enjoy all that Barrington has to offer!
  1. Listed by MaryBeth Frye • Brokerage DRE #REB.0019231 • Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
    P: (401)-413-3509 marybeth.frye@mottandchace.com

Property Details for 278 New Meadow Road

Subdivision Name
Hampden Meadows
Architectural Style
Cape Cod

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Property Details for 278 New Meadow Road

StatusActive
MLS #1403579
Days on Market1
Taxes$9,434 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,414 SF
CountyBristol County

Location

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Building Information for 278 New Meadow Road

Stories3Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,414 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,027 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,241

Property Taxes

$786

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 278 New Meadow Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Barrington
  • Community Features: Golf, Marina, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Postal City: Barrington
  • Postal Code: 02806
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Zoning: R-25
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Parking
  • Attached Garage Y N: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Y N: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Total: 6
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,434.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 615000
  • Tax Lot: 250
  • Tax Map Number: 32
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1886.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 224.0
  • Building Area Total: 2110.0
  • Living Area: 2,110.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4686
  • Lot Size Area: 20414.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20414.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 278NEWMEADOWRDBARR
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1951
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps100, Circuit Breakers, Generator
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Other
  • Heating: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Attic, Storage, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Rooms Total: 5
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 278 New Meadow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1403579

$665,000
Feb 25, 2016

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

$404,000
Jun 4, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #550527642

$404,000

+2.8% / yr

Apr 24, 2015

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

Apr 7, 2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

$429,000
Sep 15, 2000

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

$270,000
Sep 14, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170695794

$270,000

+7.6% / yr

Jul 31, 2000

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

Jul 13, 2000

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

$275,000
Jul 30, 1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170688462

$215,000

+3.2% / yr

Jun 1, 1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170689878

$183,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1403579

$665,000
02/25/2016

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

$404,000
06/04/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #550527642

$404,000

+2.8% / yr

04/24/2015

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

04/07/2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1092036

$429,000
09/15/2000

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

$270,000
09/14/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170695794

$270,000

+7.6% / yr

07/31/2000

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

07/13/2000

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #010914

$275,000
07/30/1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170688462

$215,000

+3.2% / yr

06/01/1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #170689878

$183,000

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Public Records for 278 New Meadow Road

Taxable ValueLand$293,000Additions$322,000Total$615,000
Tax Record2025$9,434 ($786 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,887 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,887 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,078 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,412 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningR25CountyBRISTOLAPNBARR M:32 L:250Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 278 New Meadow Road

This home is within Barrington School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Hampden Meadows School
Public4 to 5

Barrington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Barrington High School
Public9 to 12

Sowams Elementary School
PublicK to 3

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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278 New Meadow Road is a single family home for sale in Barrington, RI 02806. This listing's school district is Barrington School District. Nearby schools include Hampden Meadows School, Barrington Middle School and Barrington High School. 278 New Meadow Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,110 sqft single family home built in 1951.

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