Nestled beside the 26-acre Godena Farm, forever protected from development and part of the Conanicut Island Land Trust, this charming circa-1900 cottage offers privacy, character, and opportunity on a beautiful one-acre lot. Mature trees, classic stone walls, and a peaceful setting create a quiet retreat just off the bike path and approximately three miles from Jamestown Village. Featuring three bedrooms and one and a half baths, the home is ready for its next owner’s vision. Neighboring 26 acres of protected conservation land, the property enjoys a rare sense of privacy and natural beauty while maintaining convenient access to town. With its timeless cottage charm, picturesque setting, and endless potential, this is a unique opportunity to reimagine or restore a classic Jamestown home.
For sale
$849,000
856 N Main Rd, Jamestown, RI 02835
3beds
1,970sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$431/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Picturesque settingClassic stone wallsThree bedroomsForever protected from developmentTimeless cottage charmMature treesPeaceful setting
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nicole Carstensen 401-633-5968,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1415463
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Baseboard
Cooling
- None, Wall Unit(s)
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Skylight, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,732
- Total interior livable area: 1,970 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,732
- Finished area below ground: 238
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: JAMEM4L16
- Zoning: R80
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Shingles
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Marina, Restaurants, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jamestown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $431/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $743,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,193
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Inclusions: This is an Estate Sale - no disclosures available.
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000$431/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,194 +9.8% | $743,600 +39.6% |
| 2024 | $3,819 +5.6% | $532,700 0% |
| 2023 | $3,618 | $532,800 |
| 2022 | $3,618 -14.6% | $532,800 +4.1% |
| 2021 | $4,238 +2.1% | $511,800 |
| 2020 | $4,150 +0.2% | $511,800 |
| 2019 | $4,140 +11.3% | $511,800 +21.8% |
| 2018 | $3,718 +2.2% | $420,100 |
| 2017 | $3,638 +0.9% | $420,100 |
| 2016 | $3,604 +3% | $420,100 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $3,500 +0.3% | $398,600 |
| 2014 | $3,488 | $398,600 |
| 2013 | $3,488 -3.4% | $398,600 +3.2% |
| 2012 | $3,610 +1.5% | $386,100 |
| 2011 | $3,556 +1.1% | $386,100 |
| 2010 | $3,517 +21% | $386,100 +7.7% |
| 2009 | $2,907 | $358,500 |
| 2008 | $2,907 +3.8% | $358,500 |
| 2007 | $2,800 +5.9% | $358,500 +23.3% |
| 2005 | $2,644 -21.5% | $290,850 |
| 2004 | $3,368 +45.9% | $290,850 +75.1% |
| 2003 | $2,309 | $166,090 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02835
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Jamestown School-MelroseGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Jamestown School-LawnGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.9 mi
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- 856 N Main Rd





