281 Richardson Rd

$399,900
Price
3
Beds
1,428 Sq. Ft.
$280 / Sq. Ft.
1,428
Sq. Ft.
$280
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Presenting a charming cottage-style home in Coventry with peaceful water views and an additional lot with direct access to Quidnick Reservoir. This well-maintained home includes an inviting living area featuring an eye catching stone fireplace, a spacious kitchen, character-filled hardwood floors, two comfortable upper level bedrooms with skylights, and a third smaller room on the main level that works well as a home office, nursery, or flex space. Updates include the septic, heating, and mechanical...Presenting a charming cottage-style home in Coventry with peaceful water views and an additional lot with direct access to Quidnick Reservoir. This well-maintained home includes an inviting living area featuring an eye catching stone fireplace, a spacious kitchen, character-filled hardwood floors, two comfortable upper level bedrooms with skylights, and a third smaller room on the main level that works well as a home office, nursery, or flex space. Updates include the septic, heating, and mechanical systems. It is a perfect location for kayaking, fishing, relaxing by the water, and enjoying one of Coventry's most scenic freshwater settings.
  1. Listed by Paul ZARRELLA • Brokerage DRE #REB.0015470 • Williams & Stuart Real Estate
    P: (401)-942-0200 paul@williamsandstuart.com

Property Details for 281 Richardson Road

Subdivision Name
Quidnick Reservoir
Architectural Style
Cabin
Waterfront Features
Water Access, Walk To Water
View
Water
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2025 12:31 PM

Property Details for 281 Richardson Road

StatusActive
MLS #1399857
Days on Market32
Taxes$4,232 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
CountyKent County

Location

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Building Information for 281 Richardson Road

Stories2Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,329 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,976

Property Taxes

$353

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 281 Richardson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Coventry
  • Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Postal City: Coventry
  • Postal Code: 02816
  • State Or Province: RI
  • View Y N: Yes
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,232.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 267300
  • Tax Lot: 104, 119
  • Tax Map Number: 0310
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1428.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1428.0
  • Living Area: 1,428.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Features: Multiple Lots, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Lot Size Area: 12632.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12632.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 281RICHARDSONRDCVEN
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • 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: 1955
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps100, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Door Features: Storm Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Interior Steps, Tub Shower
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Bedroom
  • Room Level 1: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Bedroom
  • Room Level 2: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Bathroom
  • Room Level 3: First
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bedroom
  • Room Level 4: First
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Living Room
  • Room Level 5: First
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Kitchen
  • Room Level 6: First
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Dining Room
  • Room Level 7: First
Room 30
  • Room List: Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 281 Richardson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1399857

$399,900
Oct 9, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

Jul 2, 2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

$399,000
Jun 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

$425,000
Jun 4, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1380588

Apr 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1380588

$425,000
Dec 3, 2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1296232

Oct 14, 2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1296232

$335,000
Jan 8, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213742261

$280,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1399857

$399,900
10/09/2025

Temporarily Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

07/02/2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

$399,000
06/06/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386942

$425,000
06/04/2025

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1380588

04/01/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1380588

$425,000
12/03/2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1296232

10/14/2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1296232

$335,000
01/08/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #213742261

$280,000

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Public Records for 281 Richardson Road

Taxable ValueLand$102,600Additions$164,700Total$267,300
Tax Record2024$4,234 ($353 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,428 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,428 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955ZoningR-5ACountyKENTAPNCOVE M:310 L:104

Schools near 281 Richardson Road

This home is within Coventry School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Western Coventry School
PublicK to 5

Coventry High School
Public9 to 12

The Regional Career And Tech
Public9 to 12

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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281 Richardson Road is a single family home for sale in Coventry, RI 02816. This property was listed for sale on November 21, 2025 by Williams & Stuart Real Estate, it's currently listed at $399,900. It has been on the market for a total of 32 days and was last sold on January 8, 2007. This listing's school district is Coventry School District. Nearby schools include Western Coventry School, Alan Shawn Feinstein Middle School of Coventry and Coventry High School. 281 Richardson Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,428 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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