54 Howard Hill Rd

1,872 Sq. Ft.
$275 / Sq. Ft.
1,872
Sq. Ft.
$275
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Attention historians, nature lovers, curators, reenactors, preservationists! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Hidden away in the Foster forest, the last house on a dead end, 1000+ feet in and deep from the main road is the absolute museum quality George Spooner Tillinghast home, built in 1790. This is truly frozen in time, painstakingly protected, and preserved. It purposely maintains most of the 18th century breathtaking architecture. Enjoy four spacious bedrooms of nice natural light,...Attention historians, nature lovers, curators, reenactors, preservationists! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Hidden away in the Foster forest, the last house on a dead end, 1000+ feet in and deep from the main road is the absolute museum quality George Spooner Tillinghast home, built in 1790. This is truly frozen in time, painstakingly protected, and preserved. It purposely maintains most of the 18th century breathtaking architecture. Enjoy four spacious bedrooms of nice natural light, with primary on main, original wide plank floors, 12 over 8 wooden windows with many of the original glass panes, 3 working fireplaces: 2 of which feature beehive ovens. View breathtaking period hand painted stenciling; an iconic feature in 18th century homes and this particular pattern unique to this specific home. Other features include a circular drive, 2 stall horse barn, riding ring area, huge fenced garden, two sprawling meadows, outdoor sauna, mature magnolia and walnut trees along with stone walls throughout the 3.5 acres. The roof is young as is the auto-on Briggs and Stratton generator. Most key period furnishings and antiques will be included! This is an as-is sale, private appointments only. Proof of pre-approval or cash funds is required to secure an appointment. This is not a drive-by: do not approach the property without an appointment please.
  1. Listed by Lynn Smiley • Brokerage DRE #REB.0005507 • JACK W. CLARK REAL ESTATE
    P: (401)-363-2543 brassringfarm@verizon.net

Property Details for 54 Howard Hill Road

Architectural Style
Cape Cod, Historic/Antique
LISTING CLOSED: 07/20/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 54 Howard Hill Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1334534
Days on Market23
Taxes$6,637 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1790
Lot Size3.50 AC / 152,460 SF
CountyProvidence County

Location

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Building Information for 54 Howard Hill Road

Stories2Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size3.50 AC / 152,460 SF

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$3,119 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,566

Property Taxes

$553

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 54 Howard Hill Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Foster
  • Postal City: Foster
  • Postal Code: 02825
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1220
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Human Modified Y N: No
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,637.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 302200
  • Tax Lot: 46
  • Tax Year: 2022
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1872.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1872.0
  • Living Area: 1,872.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.5
  • Lot Size Area: 152460.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 152460.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 54HOWARDHILLRDFOST
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1790
  • C L I P: 3,777,868,656
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More
  • Sewer: Cesspool
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
  • Horse Y N: Yes
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater Rented
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 9
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 54 Howard Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 20, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516086707

$515,000
Jul 20, 2023

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1334534

$515,000
Jun 8, 2023

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1334534

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/20/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516086707

$515,000
07/20/2023

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1334534

$515,000
06/08/2023

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1334534

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 54 Howard Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$121,000Additions$366,800Total$487,800
Tax Record2025$10,497 ($875 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,872 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,872 SqFtStories2Lot Size152,460 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1790Zoning30CountyPROVIDENCEAPNFOST P:02 L:0046Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 54 Howard Hill Road

This home is within Foster-Glocester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Captain Isaac Paine Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Ponaganset Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ponaganset High School
Public9 to 12

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